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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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28

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

06:18 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:07
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:50
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:50
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:50
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:25
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:37
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Leicester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leicester to Cardiff Queen Street

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Available
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 Leicester and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Leicester and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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