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Trains from Rice Lane (RIL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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23

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

06:19 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Rice Lane (RIL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Rice Lane and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rice Lane to Cardiff Central is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Rice Lane and Cardiff Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rice Lane to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Rice Lane to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:19
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:48
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:49
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:19
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:53
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:19
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:42
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:19
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:49
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:10
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:19
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:19
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:19
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    18:56
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:49
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:19
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:19
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    20:56
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:49
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    17:49
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    23:19
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:34
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    00:23
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    01:35
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    21:49
    9 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    07:48
    Rice Lane
    Cardiff Central
    Rice Lane to Cardiff Central

About Rice Lane Station

Station name Rice Lane (RIL)
Address Rice Lane station, Rice Lane, Walton, Merseyside, L9 3BY
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Rice Lane and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rice Lane and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Rice Lane 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 Rice Lane & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Rice Lane and Cardiff Central.

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