The average train between Cardiff and Sheffield Arena takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Sheffield Arena. 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 2 hours between Cardiff and Sheffield Arena. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Sheffield Arena at 5:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Sheffield Arena? 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 Sheffield Arena. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Sheffield Arena station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Cardiff to Sheffield Arena train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Sheffield Arena train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
The distance between Cardiff and Sheffield Arena is 244.6 km. The road distance is 307 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sheffield Arena via Derby, Sheffield, Meadowhall, Meadowhall Interchange To City, and Arena/Olympic Legacy Park To City in around 3h 53m.