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The average train between Preston and Cardiff takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston 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 3h 51m.
Preston to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Preston and Cardiff is 255.9 km. The road distance is 304 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 3h 58m.
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