The average train between Huddersfield and Cardiff takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Huddersfield to Cardiff. 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 Huddersfield and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 3:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Huddersfield is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Huddersfield to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Huddersfield to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Huddersfield to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Huddersfield and Cardiff is 259 km. The road distance is 321 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m.