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Trains from Maidstone West (MDW) to Cathays (CYS)

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31

train journeys
per day

160

miles (257 kms)

4hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:55 / 23:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Maidstone West (MDW) to Cathays (CYS)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Maidstone West and Cathays , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Maidstone West to Cathays is approximately 160 miles (257 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Southeastern, Transport for Wales, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone West and Cathays.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone West to Cathays. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Maidstone West to Cathays

Journeys from Maidstone West to Cathays Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    04:55
    4 hrs 37 mins5 changes
    09:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    10:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    10:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:54
    4 hrs 8 mins5 changes
    11:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    11:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:54
    4 hrs 8 mins5 changes
    12:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    12:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    13:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:06
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    13:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:36
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    14:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    14:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    15:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    15:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    16:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    16:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    17:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    17:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    18:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:00
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    18:32
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:30
    4 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    19:02
    Maidstone West
    Cathays
    Maidstone West to Cathays

About Maidstone West Station

Station name Maidstone West (MDW)
AddressMaidstone West station, Station Approach, off The Broadway, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8RJ
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 12:50
Saturday 06:10 - 12:50
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
AddressCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Maidstone West and Cathays

The travel time between Maidstone West and Cathays by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone West and Cathays vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:30.

First class tickets on trains between Maidstone West and Cathays typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Maidstone West and Cathays can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Maidstone West & Cathays. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Southeastern, Transport for Wales, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone West and Cathays.

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