The average train between Cardiff and Redding takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 6h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Redding. 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 every 4 hours between Cardiff and Redding. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Redding at 10:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Redding? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Redding. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Redding station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
Cardiff to Redding train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Redding train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Cardiff to Redding train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Cardiff and Redding is 502.7 km. The road distance is 642 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Polmont via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 13m.