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Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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30

train journeys
per day

134

miles (217 kms)

4hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Rainhill and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 134 miles (217 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 44 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 13th May
    00:15
    9 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:09
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    06:21
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    06:30
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    07:21
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    07:30
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    08:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    08:30
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:21
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:30
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    10:21
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    10:30
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:21
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:21
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:31
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    17:25
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:21
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:21
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:30
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:22
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:30
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    16:21
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Rainhill
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Rainhill to Cardiff Queen Street

About Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Rainhill and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Rainhill and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainhill and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Rainhill and Cardiff Queen Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Rainhill 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 Rainhill & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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