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Trains from Rufford (RUF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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20

train journeys
per day

150

miles (241 kms)

5hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rufford (RUF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Rufford and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rufford to Cardiff Central is approximately 150 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rufford and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rufford to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Rufford to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:29
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:13
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:29
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    6 hrs 2 changes
    16:56
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    6 hrs 2 changes
    18:56
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:29
    5 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:25
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    6 hrs 2 changes
    20:56
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:29
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    21:28
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:56
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:56
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    23:19
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    18:56
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    00:23
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:56
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    01:35
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    21:56
    9 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    07:48
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:20
    9 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:54
    Rufford
    Cardiff Central
    Rufford to Cardiff Central

About Rufford Station

Station name Rufford (RUF)
Address Rufford station, Church Road, Rufford, Lancashire, L40 1TB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Rufford and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Rufford and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rufford and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Rufford 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 Rufford & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Rufford and Cardiff Central.

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