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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Leeds (LDS)

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17

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

4hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Leeds , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Leeds is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Leeds Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    18:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    20:02
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:54
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    21:02
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:54
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    22:03
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:45
    4 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    23:32
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:55
    6 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    01:35
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:15
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    04:20
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:30
    10 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Cardiff Central
    Leeds
    Cardiff Central to Leeds

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Leeds

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:42.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Leeds 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 & Leeds. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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