The train between Leeds and Cardiff takes 3h 51m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Leeds 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 5 times a week between Leeds and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 4:15 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Leeds is at 4:15 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds station and arriving at Cardiff station. Services depart 5 times a week, and operate 5 times a week. The journey takes approximately 3h 51m.
Leeds to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Leeds and Cardiff is 280.1 km. The road distance is 354 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 3h 51m.