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Trains from Shildon (SHD) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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12

train journeys
per day

227

miles (366 kms)

5hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

07:33 / 19:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Shildon (SHD) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Shildon and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shildon to Cardiff Bay is approximately 227 miles (366 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 13 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Shildon and Cardiff Bay.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shildon to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Shildon to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:33
    6 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    13:54
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:33
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    14:36
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:33
    6 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    15:54
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:33
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    16:36
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:33
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    17:36
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:33
    5 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    18:24
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:33
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    19:36
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:33
    6 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    21:06
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:33
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    21:36
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:33
    6 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    23:24
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:33
    12 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    06:36
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:33
    12 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    07:54
    Shildon
    Cardiff Bay
    Shildon to Cardiff Bay

About Shildon Station

Station name Shildon (SHD)
Address Shildon station, Hackworth Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1LX
Managed by NT

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

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 Shildon and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Shildon and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shildon and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:53.

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Amenities on trains between Shildon 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 Shildon & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Shildon and Cardiff Bay.

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