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Trains from Long Eaton (LGE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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27

train journeys
per day

126

miles (203 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:20 / 00:16

first / last train

8

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Long Eaton (LGE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Eaton to Cardiff Central is approximately 126 miles (203 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 37 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Eaton to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Long Eaton to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:10
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:24
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    10:25
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:05
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:10
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:11
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    2 hrs 58 mins Direct
    12:25
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:26
    2 hrs 58 mins Direct
    14:24
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:09
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:24
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    15:25
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:25
    3 hrs Direct
    16:25
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:10
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:24
    3 hrs 2 mins Direct
    17:26
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:24
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:10
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:11
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:24
    3 hrs 4 mins Direct
    19:28
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:10
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Long Eaton
    Cardiff Central
    Long Eaton to Cardiff Central

About Long Eaton Station

Station name Long Eaton (LGE)
Address Long Eaton station, Tamworth Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 3GS
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 17:30
Saturday 06:05 - 17:30
Sunday 08:45 - 16:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Long Eaton to Cardiff Central

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Long Eaton and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.