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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Branchton (BCN)

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16

train journeys
per day

315

miles (507 kms)

7hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

07:04 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Branchton (BCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Branchton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton is approximately 315 miles (507 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 15 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:04
    7 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    15:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:37
    8 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    16:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:37
    7 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:42
    7 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    17:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:12
    7 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    19:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:34
    7 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:37
    7 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:42
    7 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    20:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:42
    7 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    21:36
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:34
    7 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    22:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:37
    7 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    22:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:42
    7 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    22:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:59
    13 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    06:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:54
    13 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:42
    12 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:50
    12 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Branchton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Branchton

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
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

About Branchton Station

Station name Branchton (BCN)
Address Branchton station, Inverkip Road, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA16 9HA
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Branchton

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Branchton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Branchton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Branchton 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 Queen Street & Branchton. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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