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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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15

train journeys
per day

236

miles (380 kms)

4hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Cardiff Central is approximately 236 miles (380 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 53 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Carlisle to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Carlisle to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:43
    5 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    10:49
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    4 hrs 35 mins1 change
    11:38
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:07
    4 hrs 38 mins1 change
    12:45
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:10
    4 hrs 39 mins1 change
    13:49
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:06
    4 hrs 38 mins1 change
    14:44
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:50
    4 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    15:43
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:06
    4 hrs 40 mins1 change
    16:46
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:12
    4 hrs 32 mins1 change
    17:44
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:49
    4 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    19:43
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:07
    4 hrs 47 mins1 change
    20:54
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:11
    4 hrs 41 mins1 change
    21:52
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:08
    4 hrs 56 mins1 change
    23:04
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:47
    5 hrs 34 mins1 change
    00:21
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:07
    5 hrs 26 mins1 change
    01:33
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:25
    10 hrs 25 mins1 change
    07:50
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Central
    Carlisle to Cardiff Central

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
AddressCarlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Carlisle and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Cardiff Central.

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