The average train between Keighley and Cardiff takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Keighley 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 Keighley and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Keighley is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Keighley 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 Keighley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Keighley station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Keighley to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Keighley to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Keighley to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Keighley and Cardiff is 279 km. The road distance is 384 km.
You can take a train from Keighley to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 25m.