Cardiff Queen Street to Sheffield by train
| First train | 05:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:01 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 3h 34m | |
| Distance | 149 miles (241 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Cardiff Queen Street to Sheffield by train in 3 hours 34 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Cardiff Queen Street to Sheffield by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Cardiff Queen Street to Sheffield by train is 5 hours 37 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 34 minutes. You'll usually find 40 trains per day travelling the 149 miles (241 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Sheffield. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway on your way to Sheffield, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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