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Trains from Watford Junction to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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32

train journeys
per day

120

miles (193 kms)

2hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

04:15 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Cardiff Central is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 15 mins.

West Midlands Trains, London Overground, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Cardiff Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Watford Junction to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Watford Junction to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:15
    3 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    08:05
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:29
    3 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    08:38
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:01
    3 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    09:08
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:31
    3 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:35
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:01
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    10:09
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:35
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    10:37
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:07
    3 hrs2 changes
    11:07
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:38
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    11:40
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:09
    3 hrs 1 min2 changes
    12:10
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:38
    2 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    12:36
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:02
    3 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    13:16
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:33
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    13:35
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:02
    3 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    14:07
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:33
    3 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    14:36
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:02
    3 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    15:09
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:33
    3 hrs 1 min2 changes
    15:34
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:02
    3 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    16:08
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:33
    3 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    16:36
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:02
    3 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    17:06
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:33
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    17:35
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Central
    Watford Junction to Cardiff Central

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
AddressWatford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed byLN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Watford Junction and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Watford Junction and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford 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 Watford Junction & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, London Overground, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Cardiff Central.

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