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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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16

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

4hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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

The distance by rail from Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:58
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    06:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    07:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:58
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    10:58
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:58
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:58
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:58
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:58
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    21:09
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    16:58
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    22:10
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    17:58
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    23:24
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    19:58
    9 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    05:30
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    20:58
    11 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    21:58
    11 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    09:05
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    22:58
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:39
    Nelson
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Nelson to Cardiff Queen Street

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Nelson and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Nelson and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Cardiff Queen Street 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 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Cardiff Queen Street.

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