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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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33

train journeys
per day

140

miles (226 kms)

3hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Royston 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 Royston to Cardiff Central is approximately 140 miles (226 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:07
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:37
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:10
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:07
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Royston
    Cardiff Central
    Royston to Cardiff Central

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
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 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 Royston and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Royston and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston 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 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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

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

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