The average train between Darwen and Cardiff takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Darwen 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.
Trains run hourly between Darwen and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Darwen is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Darwen 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.
No, there is no direct train from Darwen to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Darwen station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Darwen to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Darwen to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Darwen to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Darwen and Cardiff is 251.3 km. The road distance is 304 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m.