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Trip Overview

The average train between Stockton-on-Tees and Cardiff takes 6h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Stockton-on-Tees 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.

6h 47m
Duration
289 mi
Distance
£149
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Stockton-on-Tees to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Stockton-on-Tees and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stockton-on-Tees is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 6h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country12h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country6h 30m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country5h 54m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stockton-on-Tees to Cardiff? 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 Stockton-on-Tees to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 288.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Thornaby to Cardiff Central via Darlington and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 2m.

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