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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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21

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, GWR, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:44
    4 hrs 48 mins6 changes
    10:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:07
    3 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    11:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:42
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    12:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:42
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    13:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:12
    4 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    13:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:42
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    14:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:12
    3 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    15:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:42
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    16:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:42
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    17:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:12
    4 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    17:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:42
    4 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    18:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:12
    3 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    19:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:37
    4 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    20:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:04
    4 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    20:42
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:07
    4 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    21:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:12
    4 hrs3 changes
    22:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:24
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    23:42
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:42
    4 hrs 30 mins4 changes
    00:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:12
    9 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    06:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:57
    9 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    07:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Ellesmere Port
    Cardiff Queen Street to Ellesmere Port

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
AddressCardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
AddressEllesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port 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 Queen Street & Ellesmere Port. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, GWR, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Ellesmere Port.

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