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Trains from Newark Castle (NCT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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17

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Newark Castle (NCT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Newark Castle and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Newark Castle to Cardiff Central is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Newark Castle to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Newark Castle to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Newark Castle to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:25
    4 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    11:07
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:36
    4 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    12:10
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:41
    4 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    13:16
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:36
    4 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    14:07
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:36
    4 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    15:09
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:36
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    16:08
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:46
    4 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    17:06
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:43
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    18:05
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:38
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    19:10
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:37
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    20:38
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:37
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    21:01
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:05
    5 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    22:36
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:38
    5 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    22:46
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:41
    5 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    23:45
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:03
    5 hrs 36 mins3 changes
    00:39
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:44
    5 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    01:07
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:32
    10 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    10:09
    Newark Castle
    Cardiff Central
    Newark Castle to Cardiff Central

About Newark Castle Station

Station name Newark Castle (NCT)
AddressNewark Castle station, Great North Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1FW
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00
Saturday 07:00 - 15:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Newark Castle and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Newark Castle and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Newark Castle and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Newark Castle 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 Newark Castle & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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