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Trains from Wakefield Stations to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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18

train journeys
per day

168

miles (270 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:23 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Wakefield Stations to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Wakefield Stations and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Wakefield Stations to Cardiff Central is approximately 168 miles (270 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 43 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Stations and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Wakefield Stations to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    18:13
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    19:11
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:28
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    20:14
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    20:39
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:23
    4 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    22:50
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:23
    4 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    23:47
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:23
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    00:37
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:23
    9 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:27
    10 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Wakefield Westgate
    Cardiff Central
    Wakefield Westgate to Cardiff Central

About Wakefield Stations Station

Station name Wakefield Stations (164)
Address Bristol Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off Hatchet Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, City of, BS34 8PU
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
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 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 Wakefield Stations and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Wakefield Stations and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Wakefield Stations and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Wakefield Stations 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 Wakefield Stations & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Stations and Cardiff Central.

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