The average train between Doncaster and Cardiff Central Station takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Doncaster to Cardiff Central Station. 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 3 hours between Doncaster and Cardiff Central Station. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Cardiff Central Station at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Doncaster to Cardiff Central Station? 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 Doncaster to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Doncaster to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Doncaster and Cardiff Central Station is 266.5 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 14m.