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Cardiff to Durham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Durham takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Durham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 2m
Duration
299 mi
Distance
£187
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Durhamtrain train Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 16m
£156–217

Cardiff to Durham train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Durham. 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 Durham at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Durham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 299.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Durham, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Durham via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 16m.

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