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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Whitehaven (WTH)

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18

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

6hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

07:06 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Whitehaven (WTH)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 17 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:06
    7 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    14:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:31
    7 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    7 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    7 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    15:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    7 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:41
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:11
    7 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    18:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    7 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:11
    7 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    20:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    21:09
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:31
    7 hrs 1 min 3 changes - overtaken train
    21:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:36
    6 hrs 56 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    21:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:41
    6 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    21:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    7 hrs 3 changes
    23:11
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:36
    12 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    07:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    12 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:24
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:36
    11 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:36
    11 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Whitehaven
    Cardiff Queen Street to Whitehaven

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 Whitehaven Station

Station name Whitehaven (WTH)
Address Whitehaven station, Station Approach, off Bransty Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6AX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:30
Saturday 06:15 - 17:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven 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 & Whitehaven. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Whitehaven.

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