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Trip Overview

The average train between Middlesbrough and Cardiff takes 6h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Middlesbrough 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.

6h 47m
Duration
292 mi
Distance
£151
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Middlesbrough to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Middlesbrough and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 6h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country11h 36m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Middlesbrough 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.

Map of how to get from Middlesbrough to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 292 mi
  • Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Middlesbrough, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Cardiff Central via Darlington and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 7m.

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