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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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33

train journeys
per day

150

miles (241 kms)

3hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Cardiff Central is approximately 150 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:56
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:56
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:56
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    13:24
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:56
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    14:24
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:56
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    17:26
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:24
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:56
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:13
    Sheffield
    Cardiff Central
    Sheffield to Cardiff Central

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
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 Sheffield and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Sheffield and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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Amenities on trains between Sheffield 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 Sheffield & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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