The average train between Cardiff and Ashington takes 7h 57m and the fastest train takes 6h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Ashington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Ashington. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Ashington at 1:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 7h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Ashington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Ashington station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.
Cardiff to Ashington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Ashington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Cardiff to Ashington train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cardiff and Ashington is 424.9 km. The road distance is 536 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ashington via Derby and Newcastle in around 6h 47m.