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Trains from Old Street (OLD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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33

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

00:35 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Old Street (OLD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Old Street and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Old Street to Cardiff Central is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 16 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Old Street and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Old Street to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Old Street to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:35
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:52
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:17
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:17
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:17
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:17
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:17
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:47
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:17
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street to Cardiff Central

About Old Street Station

Station name Old Street (OLD)
Address Old Street station, Old Street, London, EC1Y 1BE
Managed by LT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Old Street and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Old Street and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Old Street and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Old Street 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 Old Street & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Old Street and Cardiff Central.

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