The average train between Sheffield and Cardiff University takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Cardiff University. 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 Sheffield and Cardiff University. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Cardiff University at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Cardiff University station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Sheffield to Cardiff University train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Cardiff University train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Sheffield to Cardiff University train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Sheffield and Cardiff University is 242.1 km. The road distance is 295 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Cardiff University via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 3h 59m.