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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Derby (DBY)

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14

train journeys
per day

123

miles (198 kms)

3hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 18:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Derby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Derby is approximately 123 miles (198 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Derby.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Central to Derby

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Derby Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:54
    3 hrs 12 mins1 change
    09:06
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:51
    3 hrs 25 mins1 change
    10:16
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:49
    3 hrs 19 mins1 change
    11:08
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:37
    3 hrs 40 mins1 change
    12:17
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:49
    3 hrs 26 mins1 change
    13:15
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:41
    3 hrs 25 mins1 change
    14:06
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:50
    3 hrs 25 mins1 change
    15:15
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:50
    3 hrs 25 mins1 change
    16:15
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:50
    3 hrs 25 mins1 change
    17:15
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:54
    3 hrs 15 mins1 change
    18:09
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:54
    3 hrs 21 mins1 change
    19:15
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:50
    3 hrs 11 mins1 change
    20:01
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:50
    3 hrs 11 mins1 change
    21:01
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:18
    3 hrs 43 mins1 change
    22:01
    Cardiff Central
    Derby
    Cardiff Central to Derby

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

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
AddressDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Derby

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:51.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Derby 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 Central & Derby. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Derby.

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