The average train between Cardiff and Settle takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Settle. 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 Settle. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 4:55 PM which arrives into Settle at 10:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Settle? 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 Settle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Settle station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Cardiff to Settle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Settle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Giggleswick station.
Book your Cardiff to Settle train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cardiff and Settle is 294.3 km. The road distance is 383 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Giggleswick via Crewe and Lancaster in around 6h 2m.