The average train between Nottingham and Cardiff takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:29 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Cardiff station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.
Nottingham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Nottingham and Cardiff is 214.4 km. The road distance is 264 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 18m.