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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Shortlands

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31

train journeys
per day

137

miles (220 kms)

2hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Shortlands

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Shortlands , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Shortlands is approximately 137 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 21 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Shortlands.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Shortlands. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Shortlands Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:07
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:54
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:23
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:53
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:23
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:55
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:17
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:37
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:18
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:35
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:50
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:18
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:41
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    14:05
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:18
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:50
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:05
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:18
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    15:35
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:54
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:18
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:52
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:00
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:18
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:20
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:54
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Cardiff Central
    Shortlands
    Cardiff Central to Shortlands

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 Shortlands Station

Station name Shortlands (SRT)
Address Shortlands station, Shortlands Road, Shortlands, Greater London, BR2 0JA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Shortlands

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Shortlands by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Shortlands vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Shortlands 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 & Shortlands. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Shortlands.

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