The average train between Redcar and Cardiff takes 6h 30m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Redcar 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 Redcar and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redcar is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 2:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 6h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Redcar 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 Redcar to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Redcar station and arriving at Cardiff station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.
Redcar to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darlington station.
Redcar to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Redcar to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Redcar and Cardiff is 376.4 km. The road distance is 519 km.
You can take a train from Redcar Central to Cardiff Central via Darlington and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 45m.