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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Prestonpans (PST)

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11

train journeys
per day

309

miles (497 kms)

7hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Prestonpans (PST)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Prestonpans , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans is approximately 309 miles (497 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:44
    7 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    12:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:34
    7 hrs 19 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:37
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:42
    7 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    14:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:42
    7 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:37
    7 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    18:00
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:42
    7 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:57
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:42
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    20:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:07
    7 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    23:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:42
    13 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:50
    13 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    12:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Prestonpans
    Cardiff Queen Street to Prestonpans

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 Prestonpans Station

Station name Prestonpans (PST)
Address Prestonpans station, Johnnie Cope's Road, Prestonpans, East Lothian, EH33 1NG
Managed by SR

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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Prestonpans

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Prestonpans by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Prestonpans vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Prestonpans 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 & Prestonpans. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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