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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brierfield (BRF)

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25

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

5hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Brierfield (BRF)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Brierfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Brierfield is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Brierfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Central to Brierfield

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Brierfield Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:35
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:54
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:53
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:45
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:50
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:55
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:49
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:53
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:52
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:53
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:45
    5 hrs 39 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:24
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:49
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:24
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:54
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    18:24
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:56
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:45
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    20:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:49
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    20:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:54
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    20:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:22
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    21:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:45
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:49
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:23
    Cardiff Central
    Brierfield
    Cardiff Central to Brierfield

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 Brierfield Station

Station name Brierfield (BRF)
Address Brierfield station, Railway Street, Brierfield, Lancashire, BB9 5PU
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Brierfield

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Brierfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Brierfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:45.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Brierfield 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 & Brierfield. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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