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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Nottingham (NOT)

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26

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:41

first / last train

10

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Nottingham (NOT)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Nottingham , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Nottingham is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 13 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Nottingham.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Nottingham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Nottingham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:24
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 23 mins Direct
    10:03
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    11:03
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    12:04
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    14:03
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    16:04
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:24
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    18:04
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:45
    3 hrs 21 mins Direct
    19:06
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:54
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:24
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:45
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    20:04
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:15
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:45
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    21:05
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:54
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    21:24
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central to Nottingham

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 Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
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 Nottingham

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Nottingham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Nottingham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Nottingham

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Nottingham.

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