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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Dawlish (DWL)

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28

train journeys
per day

63

miles (101 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:45

first / last train

6

direct trains

2

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Dawlish (DWL)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Dawlish , with 6 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Dawlish is approximately 63 miles (101 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 6 mins.

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Dawlish.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Dawlish. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Central to Dawlish

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Dawlish Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:07
    3 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    09:00
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:28
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:53
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:36
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:57
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:28
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:59
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    10:36
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:37
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:59
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    11:36
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:28
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:07
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:59
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:59
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    13:36
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:30
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:59
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    15:36
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:30
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:59
    2 hrs 40 mins Direct
    16:39
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:59
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    18:23
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:27
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Cardiff Central
    Dawlish
    Cardiff Central to Dawlish

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 Dawlish Station

Station name Dawlish (DWL)
Address Dawlish station, Station Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9PJ
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:05 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday Closed
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 Dawlish

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Dawlish by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Dawlish vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:45.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 6 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Dawlish

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Dawlish.

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