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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Stockton-on-Tees takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. 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.

6h 48m
Duration
281 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Stockton-on-Tees. 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 Stockton-on-Tees at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransPennine Express5h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransPennine Express5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransPennine Express13h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransPennine Express5h 47m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransPennine Express5h 43m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Stockton-on-Tees.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 280.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stockton-on-Tees, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Thornaby via Birmingham New Street and York in around 5h 45m.

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