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Trains from Poole (POO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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19

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:28 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Poole (POO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Poole and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Poole to Cardiff Central is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Poole and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Poole to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Poole to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:28
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:07
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:07
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:07
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    17:50
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:07
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    18:45
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    19:49
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    20:46
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:07
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    21:46
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:07
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    22:58
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:07
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    23:58
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:54
    9 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    06:21
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:44
    10 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:54
    9 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:54
    9 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Poole
    Cardiff Central
    Poole to Cardiff Central

About Poole Station

Station name Poole (POO)
Address Poole station, Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Poole and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Poole and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Poole 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 Poole & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Poole and Cardiff Central.

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