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Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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25

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

3hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 27 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:37
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:37
    4 hrs 3 changes
    11:37
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:07
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:54
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    14:52
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:54
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:37
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    16:52
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:54
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    17:37
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:54
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    19:53
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:08
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:54
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    21:38
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nottingham to Cardiff Queen Street

About Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Nottingham & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Nottingham and Cardiff Queen Street.

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