The average train between Cardiff and Stockton-on-Tees takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees. 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 hourly between Cardiff and Stockton-on-Tees. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Stockton-on-Tees at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees? 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 Stockton-on-Tees. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Stockton-on-Tees station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Eaglescliffe station.
Book your Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Cardiff and Stockton-on-Tees is 365.3 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Eaglescliffe via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 5h 13m.