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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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20

train journeys
per day

136

miles (220 kms)

4hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central is approximately 136 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 28 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Cardiff Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:08
    9 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    4 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:48
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:53
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    4 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    12:52
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:42
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:45
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:42
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    16:56
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:42
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    18:56
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    19:45
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    20:56
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    4 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    21:55
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    18:28
    4 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    23:19
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:24
    5 hrs 2 changes
    00:24
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    01:35
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    22:28
    9 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:29
    9 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:59
    9 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    St Helens Junction
    Cardiff Central
    St Helens Junction to Cardiff Central

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
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 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 St Helens Junction and Cardiff Central

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction 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 St Helens Junction & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Cardiff Central.

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