The average train between Settle and Cardiff takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Settle 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 4 hours between Settle and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Settle is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Settle 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 Settle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Settle station and arriving at Cardiff station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Settle to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Settle station.
Settle to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Settle to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Settle and Cardiff is 294.3 km. The road distance is 438 km.
You can take a train from Settle to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 4m.