An average train trip from Derby, Derbyshire to Cardiff Central takes 176 minutes. Depending on the time of departure and the route, the trip can take anywhere from 175 to 178 minutes, with 1 stop(s) required to change trains. Trains between Derby and Cardiff Central are infrequent.
A typical journey will include approximately 41 stop(s) and you can expect to call at the following stations: Derby | Willington | Water Orton | Birmingham New Street | Five Ways | University (Birmingham) | Selly Oak | Kings Norton | Longbridge | Barnt Green | Cheltenham Spa | Gloucester | Lydney | Chepstow | Severn Tunnel Junction | Newport (South Wales) | Cardiff Central (178 min journey) You can expect to travel with CrossCountry on this route.
During peak travel periods, there are some quicker routes available, for example: Derby | Water Orton | Birmingham New Street (change here) | Five Ways | University (Birmingham) | Selly Oak | Kings Norton | Longbridge | Barnt Green | Cheltenham Spa | Gloucester | Lydney | Chepstow | Severn Tunnel Junction | Newport (South Wales) | Cardiff Central (175 min journey) You can expect to travel with CrossCountry on this route.
It's also possible to travel to Cardiff Central from 2 other train station(s) within approximately 15 miles of Derby. These include: - Spondon (182 mins to Cardiff Central, with 1 change(s)) - Peartree (195 mins to Cardiff Central, with 1 change(s))
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