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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price
£138
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £138.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Lincoln Central (LCN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 265 km
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4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h42 | 13:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:45, the last at 11:45. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 265 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 08:45 |
Last train 11:45 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Lincoln Central (LCN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Lincoln Central (LCN)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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