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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Leeds | Cardiff Central | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Leeds | Cardiff Central | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Leeds | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $84
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds to Cardiff by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Cardiff start from $84. The average price for this train route is around $241. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Leeds to Cardiff is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 174 miles (281 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 51m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Leeds to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Leeds to Cardiff at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 6:15pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $50To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $50 to $552 for a train ticket from Leeds to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-15.
