The average train between Wales and Hull takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to Hull. 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 Wales and Hull. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Hull at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales to Hull? 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 Wales to Hull. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Hull station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
Wales to Hull train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Hull train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Hull station.
Book your Wales to Hull train tickets online with Cross Country, East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wales and Hull is 279 km. The road distance is 392 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hull via Derby and Sheffield in around 5h 23m.