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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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24

train journeys
per day

129

miles (208 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 129 miles (208 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 2 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 13th May
    00:06
    8 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    06:51
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    07:12
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    07:48
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    08:12
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:05
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:11
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:28
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:12
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:27
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:12
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:12
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:26
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:12
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:12
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:25
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    16:12
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    17:10
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    21:09
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    17:46
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    21:47
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    18:11
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    22:10
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    19:25
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    23:24
    Runcorn East
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Runcorn East to Cardiff Queen Street

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
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 Runcorn East and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Runcorn East and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn East 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 Runcorn East & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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