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21:073h28Chesterfield0:35Cardiff£1571One-way1 change- 17:082h58Chesterfield20:06Cardiff£1881One-way0 changes
- 19:083h27Chesterfield22:35Cardiff£1981One-way1 change
- 7:063h03Chesterfield10:09Cardiff£1991One-way1 change
- 8:082h59Chesterfield11:07Cardiff£1991One-way1 change
- 18:082h54Chesterfield21:02Cardiff£1991One-way1 change
- 13:082h58Chesterfield16:06Cardiff£1991One-way1 change
- 15:082h58Chesterfield18:06Cardiff£1991One-way1 change
- 17:082h58Chesterfield20:06Cardiff£1881One-way0 changes
- 8:082h59Chesterfield11:07Cardiff£1991One-way1 change
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Compare coach and train for Chesterfield to Cardiff
The cheapest option from Chesterfield to Cardiff is coach, with an average price of £22. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Cardiff among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 230 km
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£71 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Chesterfield to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Cardiff trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G01147+ C50040 | Delayed 11:19 12:09Chesterfield station (CHD) | 4h25 | 16:34 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W29886 · G01104 | Delayed 12:15 13:09Chesterfield station (CHD) | 4h13 | 17:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G01152+C50043 | On time 14:09 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 4h25 | 18:34 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G01155 · G01110 | On time 15:10 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 4h14 | 19:24 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G01163+C50045 | On time 16:09 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 4h28 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G01163+C33099 | On time 16:09 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 4h26 | 20:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Monday 13 July | |||||
| 7:06 Chesterfield | 3h03 | 10:09 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 8:08 Chesterfield | 2h59 | 11:07 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 9:08 Chesterfield | 3h02 | 12:10 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 10:08 Chesterfield | 3h08 | 13:16 Cardiff | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Cardiff
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Chesterfield to Cardiff, including direct trains, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Lowest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Chesterfield to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield and Cardiff
Most Chesterfield to Cardiff trains use the Chesterfield to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Chesterfield and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chesterfield station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Chesterfield from Chesterfield city centre
Chesterfield is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Chesterfield train station facilities and services
Chesterfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chesterfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chesterfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chesterfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chesterfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chesterfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chesterfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Ninian Park from Cardiff city centre
Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Ninian Park train station facilities and services
Ninian Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ninian Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ninian Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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