The average train between Huddersfield and Cardiff takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Huddersfield is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Huddersfield to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Huddersfield station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Huddersfield to Cardiff train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Huddersfield to Cardiff train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Huddersfield to Cardiff train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Huddersfield and Cardiff is 259 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m.