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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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24

train journeys
per day

122

miles (197 kms)

3hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Derby to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:38
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:38
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:52
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:38
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:31
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:52
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:28
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:38
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:31
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:39
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    19:53
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:31
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    21:08
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:31
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Derby
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Derby to Cardiff Queen Street

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Derby and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Derby and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:28.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Derby & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Cardiff Queen Street.

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