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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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33

train journeys
per day

131

miles (211 kms)

2hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross is approximately 131 miles (211 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 11 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:53
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:18
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:42
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Cardiff Queen Street
    London Charing Cross
    Cardiff Queen Street to London Charing Cross

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 Queen Street and London Charing Cross

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross 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 & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and London Charing Cross.

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