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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Hull takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Hull. 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
242 mi
Distance
£119
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cardiff to Hull train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Hull. 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 Hull at 9:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited15h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Hull? 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 Hull.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 241.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hull via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 5h 24m.

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