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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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16

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 20:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Cardiff Central is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 51 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Leicester to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Leicester to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:44
    8 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    09:25
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:48
    4 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    10:09
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:26
    4 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    11:07
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:39
    4 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    12:10
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:40
    4 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    13:16
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:40
    4 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    14:07
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:37
    4 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    15:09
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:37
    4 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    16:08
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:36
    4 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    17:06
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:38
    4 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    18:05
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:37
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    19:10
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:37
    4 hrs 30 mins1 change
    20:07
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:37
    4 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    21:01
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:41
    4 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    22:36
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:41
    5 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    23:45
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:41
    4 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    00:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Central
    Leicester to Cardiff Central

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
AddressLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Leicester and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Leicester and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:12.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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