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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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27

train journeys
per day

195

miles (315 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Cardiff Bay is approximately 195 miles (315 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Cardiff Bay.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:37
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    10:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:40
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    10:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    11:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:45
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    11:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    12:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:46
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    12:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:52
    5 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    13:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:47
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    13:54
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:55
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:47
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    14:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:05
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    15:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:49
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    15:54
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:05
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    16:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:49
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    16:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:05
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    17:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:49
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    17:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:05
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    18:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:49
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    18:24
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:05
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    19:06
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:49
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    19:36
    Margate
    Cardiff Bay
    Margate to Cardiff Bay

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Margate and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Margate & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Cardiff Bay.

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