Cardiff Central to Shipton by train
| First train | 15:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Shipton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
| Distance | 73 miles (118 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Cardiff Central to Shipton by train
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Shipton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 45 minutes to travel from Cardiff Central to Shipton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 37 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 73 miles (118 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Shipton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Shipton – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cardiff Central to Shipton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Shipton
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