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Trains from Althorpe (ALP) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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6

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 17:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Althorpe (ALP) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 6 scheduled rail journeys between Althorpe and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Althorpe to Cardiff Central is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 9 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Althorpe and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Althorpe to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Althorpe to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Althorpe to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:53
    6 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    12:10
    Althorpe
    Cardiff Central
    Althorpe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:53
    6 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    14:07
    Althorpe
    Cardiff Central
    Althorpe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:53
    6 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    16:08
    Althorpe
    Cardiff Central
    Althorpe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:53
    5 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    18:05
    Althorpe
    Cardiff Central
    Althorpe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:53
    6 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    21:01
    Althorpe
    Cardiff Central
    Althorpe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:53
    6 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    23:45
    Althorpe
    Cardiff Central
    Althorpe to Cardiff Central

About Althorpe Station

Station name Althorpe (ALP)
AddressAlthorpe station, Station Road, Althorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 3HL
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Althorpe and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Althorpe and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Althorpe and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 6 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:27.

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

Amenities on trains between Althorpe 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 Althorpe & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 6 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Althorpe and Cardiff Central.

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