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Trains from Chesterfield (CHD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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26

train journeys
per day

142

miles (229 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chesterfield (CHD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Chesterfield and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chesterfield to Cardiff Central is approximately 142 miles (229 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 46 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chesterfield to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Chesterfield to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:05
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:08
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:24
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:08
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:26
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:08
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    19:11
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:13
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    19:28
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:08
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    20:39
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:08
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Chesterfield
    Cardiff Central
    Chesterfield to Cardiff Central

About Chesterfield Station

Station name Chesterfield (CHD)
Address Chesterfield station, Corporation Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7UB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chesterfield and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Chesterfield and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chesterfield and Cardiff Central 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 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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