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Trip Overview

The average train between Carnforth and Cardiff takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Carnforth to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 11m
Duration
227 mi
Distance
£88
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Carnforth to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Carnforth and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 8:43 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 12m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales13h 7m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 51m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 51m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 51m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 51m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 51m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 55m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales5h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carnforth to Cardiff? 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.

Map of how to get from Carnforth to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 226.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Carnforth to Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 14m.

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