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Trip Overview

The average train between Colne and Cardiff takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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 36m
Duration
217 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Colne to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Colne and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales14h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 35m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 1m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colne 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 Colne to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 217.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Colne, Lancashire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Colne to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 46m.

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