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Trains from Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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32

train journeys
per day

133

miles (215 kms)

3hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool Central and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central is approximately 133 miles (215 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 45 mins.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Central and Cardiff Central.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 39 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:40
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    09:55
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:10
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    09:59
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:58
    3 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    10:48
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:15
    4 hrs 2 mins1 change
    11:17
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:58
    3 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    11:53
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:13
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    12:38
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:58
    3 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    12:52
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:30
    3 hrs 43 mins1 change
    13:13
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:58
    3 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    13:42
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:17
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    14:37
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:45
    4 hrs2 changes
    14:45
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:30
    3 hrs 40 mins1 change
    15:10
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:44
    3 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    15:42
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:44
    4 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    16:56
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:30
    3 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    17:09
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:44
    3 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    17:42
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:13
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    18:37
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:17
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    18:37
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:44
    4 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    18:56
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:30
    3 hrs 55 mins1 change
    19:25
    Liverpool Central
    Cardiff Central
    Liverpool Central to Cardiff Central

About Liverpool Central Station

Station name Liverpool Central (LVC)
AddressLiverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JT
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:25 - 00:16
Tuesday 05:25 - 00:16
Wednesday 05:25 - 00:16
Thursday 05:25 - 00:16
Friday 05:25 - 00:16
Saturday 05:25 - 00:16
Sunday 07:45 - 00:16
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Liverpool Central and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Liverpool Central and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool Central and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Liverpool Central & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Central and Cardiff Central.

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