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Trains from Loughborough Junction (LGJ) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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31

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Loughborough Junction (LGJ) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Loughborough Junction and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Loughborough Junction and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:00
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Loughborough Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Loughborough Junction to Cardiff Central

About Loughborough Junction Station

Station name Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
Address Loughborough Junction station, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London, SW9 8SA
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 12:50 15:20 - 21:50
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Loughborough Junction and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Loughborough Junction and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Loughborough Junction and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Loughborough Junction & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Loughborough Junction and Cardiff Central.

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