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Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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25

train journeys
per day

164

miles (264 kms)

4hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Lincoln and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lincoln to Cardiff Central is approximately 164 miles (264 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lincoln and Cardiff Central.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lincoln to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Lincoln to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:16
    5 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:14
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:47
    4 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:26
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:35
    4 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    14:24
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:35
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:35
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:36
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    17:26
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:28
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:37
    4 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    19:28
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:27
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    20:14
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:17
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:34
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    21:24
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Lincoln
    Cardiff Central
    Lincoln to Cardiff Central

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 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 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 Lincoln and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Lincoln and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lincoln and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Lincoln 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 Lincoln & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lincoln and Cardiff Central.

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