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Cardiff to Cleethorpes trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Cleethorpes takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Cleethorpes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 6m
Duration
253 mi
Distance
£123
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain train
  3. Take the train from Sheffield to Cleethorpestrain train
5h 50m
£98–165

Cardiff to Cleethorpes train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Cleethorpes. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Cleethorpes at 9:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Cleethorpes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Cleethorpes.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 252.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cleethorpes, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cleethorpes via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 5h 50m.

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