The average train between Cardiff and Huddersfield takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Huddersfield. 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 hourly between Cardiff and Huddersfield. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Huddersfield at 6:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Huddersfield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Huddersfield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Cardiff to Huddersfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Huddersfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cardiff to Huddersfield train tickets online with Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Cardiff and Huddersfield is 259 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m.