The average train between Cardiff and Washington takes 7h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Washington. 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 Washington. 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 Washington at 10:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 7h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Washington? 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 Washington. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Washington station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.
Cardiff to Washington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Washington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Cardiff and Washington is 396.1 km. The road distance is 531 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to South Hylton via Derby, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 36m.