The average train between Harrogate and Cardiff takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Harrogate 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 Harrogate and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harrogate is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harrogate station and arriving at Cardiff station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Harrogate to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Harrogate to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Harrogate to Cardiff train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harrogate and Cardiff is 300.3 km. The road distance is 401 km.
You can take a train from Harrogate to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 34m.