The average train between Cardiff and Hillend takes 8h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Hillend. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Hillend. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Hillend at 11:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cardiff to Hillend? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hillend. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Hillend station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.
Cardiff to Hillend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Hillend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Cardiff to Hillend train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Cardiff and Hillend is 507.3 km. The road distance is 629 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dalgety Bay via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 24m.