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Cardiff to Driffield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Driffield takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Driffield. 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 3m
Duration
261 mi
Distance
£126
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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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 Driffieldtrain train
6h 7m
£103–170

Cardiff to Driffield train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cardiff and Driffield. 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 Driffield at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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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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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Driffield? 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 Driffield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 260.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Driffield via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 6h 7m.

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