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Trains from Shildon (SHD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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13

train journeys
per day

226

miles (364 kms)

5hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

07:32 / 20:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Shildon (SHD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Shildon and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 226 miles (364 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 12 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Shildon and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 13th May
    07:32
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    08:32
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:32
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    10:32
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:32
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:32
    5 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    17:50
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:32
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:30
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:32
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:45
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:32
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    21:31
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    16:32
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    22:45
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    18:32
    10 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    19:32
    12 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:35
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    20:31
    11 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    08:15
    Shildon
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Shildon to Cardiff Queen Street

About Shildon Station

Station name Shildon (SHD)
Address Shildon station, Hackworth Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1LX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Shildon and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Shildon and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shildon and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:52.

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Amenities on trains between Shildon 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 Shildon & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Shildon and Cardiff Queen Street.

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