The average train between Windermere and Cardiff takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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 Windermere and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Cardiff station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Windermere to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Windermere to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Windermere and Cardiff is 322.9 km. The road distance is 384 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Cardiff Central via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe in around 5h 51m.