The train between Cardiff and Leeds takes 4h 17m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Cardiff to Leeds. 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 5 times a week between Cardiff and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 9:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 AM which arrives into Leeds at 2:02 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Leeds station. Services depart 5 times a week, and operate 5 times a week. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.
Cardiff to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Leeds is 280.1 km. The road distance is 357 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leeds 5 times a week. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 17m.