The average train between Leyland and Cardiff takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Leyland 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 Leyland and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Leyland is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leyland 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 Leyland to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Leyland to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Leyland to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Leyland and Cardiff is 248.8 km. The road distance is 295 km.
You can take a train from Leyland to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 4h 40m.