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Trains from Rugby (RUG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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29

train journeys
per day

103

miles (166 kms)

2hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Rugby (RUG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Rugby and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rugby to Cardiff Central is approximately 103 miles (166 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Rugby and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rugby to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 46 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Rugby to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Rugby to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    09:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:15
    2 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    10:09
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    10:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:15
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    11:07
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    11:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:15
    2 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    12:10
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    12:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:15
    3 hrs 1 min2 changes
    13:16
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    13:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:15
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    14:07
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    14:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:15
    2 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    15:09
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    15:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:15
    2 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    16:08
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:34
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    16:25
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:15
    2 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    17:06
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:34
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    17:26
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:15
    2 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    18:05
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:34
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    18:28
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:11
    2 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    19:10
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby to Cardiff Central

About Rugby Station

Station name Rugby (RUG)
AddressRugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 05:45 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Rugby and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Rugby and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rugby 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 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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Amenities on trains between Rugby 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 Rugby & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Rugby and Cardiff Central.

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