The average train between Newquay and Cardiff takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Newquay 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 every 2 hours between Newquay and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newquay is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Newquay 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 Newquay to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Newquay station and arriving at Cardiff station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Newquay to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Newquay to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Newquay to Cardiff train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Newquay and Cardiff is 177.8 km. The road distance is 352 km.
You can take a train from Newquay to Cardiff Central via Par, Plymouth, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 56m.