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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Driffield takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Driffield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 3m
Duration
261 mi
Distance
£126
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Cardiff to Driffield train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cardiff and Driffield. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Driffield at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 1m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Driffield? 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.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Driffield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 260.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Driffield via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 6h 5m.

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