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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Alfreton (ALF)

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24

train journeys
per day

135

miles (218 kms)

3hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Alfreton (ALF)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Alfreton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Alfreton is approximately 135 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Alfreton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Alfreton Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:54
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:40
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    10:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:53
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:50
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    15:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:50
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:06
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    16:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:52
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:54
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:32
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    19:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:54
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    20:43
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:54
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:54
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:45
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    22:53
    Cardiff Central
    Alfreton
    Cardiff Central to Alfreton

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

About Alfreton Station

Station name Alfreton (ALF)
Address Alfreton station, Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Saturday 06:45 - 18:00
Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Alfreton

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Alfreton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Alfreton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Alfreton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Alfreton. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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