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Trains from Whaley Bridge (WBR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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20

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

06:06 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Whaley Bridge (WBR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Whaley Bridge 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 Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Whaley Bridge and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:06
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:54
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:33
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    11:53
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:04
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:03
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:04
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:42
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:03
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:04
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:03
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:04
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    17:04
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    20:56
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    18:03
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    21:55
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:03
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    23:19
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:33
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    00:23
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    20:31
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    01:35
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    21:31
    9 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:15
    8 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Whaley Bridge
    Cardiff Central
    Whaley Bridge to Cardiff Central

About Whaley Bridge Station

Station name Whaley Bridge (WBR)
Address Whaley Bridge station, Market Street, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7AA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:50 - 13:20
Tuesday 06:50 - 13:20
Wednesday 06:50 - 13:20
Thursday 06:50 - 13:20
Friday 06:50 - 13:20
Saturday 06:50 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Whaley Bridge and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Whaley Bridge and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whaley Bridge 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 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

First class tickets on trains between Whaley Bridge and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Whaley Bridge and Cardiff Central.

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