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Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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29

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:15

first / last train

14

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Nottingham and Cardiff Central , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nottingham to Cardiff Central is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 46 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nottingham to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    09:25
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 21 mins Direct
    10:25
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 17 mins Direct
    11:25
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    12:25
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:07
    3 hrs 17 mins Direct
    13:24
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:54
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 17 mins Direct
    14:24
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:54
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    15:25
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:07
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    16:25
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:54
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    17:26
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:07
    3 hrs 21 mins Direct
    18:28
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:54
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Central
    Nottingham to Cardiff Central

About Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
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 Nottingham and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Nottingham and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nottingham and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Nottingham and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Nottingham to Cardiff Central

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

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