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Trains from Sellafield (SEL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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15

train journeys
per day

203

miles (328 kms)

6hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 22:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Sellafield (SEL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Sellafield and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sellafield to Cardiff Central is approximately 203 miles (328 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 43 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Sellafield and Cardiff Central.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sellafield to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Sellafield to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    6 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    6 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:47
    5 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:56
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:41
    6 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    21:55
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:41
    7 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    00:24
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:14
    7 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    01:23
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:40
    12 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    07:22
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:27
    12 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    07:48
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:40
    12 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:25
    Sellafield
    Cardiff Central
    Sellafield to Cardiff Central

About Sellafield Station

Station name Sellafield (SEL)
Address Sellafield station, Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Sellafield and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Sellafield and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sellafield and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:46.

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Amenities on trains between Sellafield 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 Sellafield & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Sellafield and Cardiff Central.

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