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Trains from Thanet Parkway (THP) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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21

train journeys
per day

196

miles (315 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Thanet Parkway (THP) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central is approximately 196 miles (315 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 47 mins.

GWR, Thameslink, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:00
    4 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    09:35
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:07
    4 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    10:09
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:07
    4 hrs3 changes
    11:07
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:07
    4 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    12:10
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:07
    4 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    13:35
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:07
    4 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    14:36
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:07
    4 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    15:34
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:07
    4 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    16:36
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:07
    4 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    17:35
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:07
    3 hrs 58 mins3 changes
    18:05
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:07
    4 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    19:10
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:07
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    20:14
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:07
    3 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    21:01
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:07
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    22:46
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:07
    4 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    23:45
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:07
    5 hrs3 changes
    01:07
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:07
    10 hrs 58 mins4 changes
    08:05
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:07
    10 hrs 31 mins4 changes
    08:38
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:54
    10 hrs 14 mins5 changes
    09:08
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:48
    9 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    09:35
    Thanet Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    Thanet Parkway to Cardiff Central

About Thanet Parkway Station

Station name Thanet Parkway (THP)
AddressThanet Parkway station, Parkway Approach, Cliffsend, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5HN
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
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 Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Thanet Parkway 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 Thanet Parkway & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Thameslink, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Thanet Parkway and Cardiff Central.

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