Cardiff to Windermere by train

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Overview: trains from Cardiff to Windermere

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cardiff to Windermere, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:55 View journey
Last train 21:55 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 4hr 31m View journey
Distance (km) 325
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey CA$81.25 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 20m
Train operators 10

Cardiff to Windermere train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Cardiff to Windermere by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Cardiff to Windermere take around 4 hours and 31 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 325 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cardiff is scheduled to depart at around  05:55. The last departure is usually at around 21:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cardiff at around 06:43, with the last train leaving at around 19:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 34 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$81.25.

We think any time is a great time to visit Windermere, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Windermere.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Windermere?

The journey between Cardiff and Windermere usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Cardiff to Windermere?

The Cardiff to Windermere train travel takes about 4 hours and 31 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cardiff to Windermere train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Windermere leaving Cardiff at around 05:55 and the last train leaving at around 21:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cardiff at around 06:43, with the final departure at 19:45.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.