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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Harrogate
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Harrogate will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff for Harrogate on Fri, Jun 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:33 AM6h47Cardiff10:20 AMHarrogate$881One-way0 transfers- 7:53 AM6h18Cardiff2:11 PMHarrogate$941One-way0 transfers
- 8:53 AM6h18Cardiff3:11 PMHarrogate$951One-way0 transfers
- 8:53 AM6h18Cardiff3:11 PMHarrogate$951One-way0 transfers
- 7:53 AM6h18Cardiff2:11 PMHarrogate$941One-way0 transfers
- 3:33 AM6h47Cardiff10:20 AMHarrogate$881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Harrogate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Harrogate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Harrogate:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Harrogate costing on average $97 (€78).
Other travel options to Harrogate take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€78) compared to roughly $86 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.41 (€-8.41). The journey takes 5h 8m versus 4h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cardiff to Harrogate train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Harrogate trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:33 AM Cardiff | 6h47 | 10:20 AM Harrogate | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:53 AM Cardiff | 6h18 | 2:11 PM Harrogate | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:53 AM Cardiff | 6h18 | 3:11 PM Harrogate | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Harrogate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Harrogate run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Cardiff to Harrogate trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Cardiff and Harrogate from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Harrogate
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Harrogate by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Harrogate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Harrogate
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to LDS platform. Gently-sloping ramp to YRK platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off in Hookstone Road by the entrance to the public park (In the layby for services towards Harrogate, opposite the layby for services towards Leeds). The park entrance is 120 yards from the footpath to the station platforms).
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step-free access to both platforms via short ramps from separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via subway with fairly steep ramps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on the Leeds bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops near to the level crossing. (Station side for York, opposite side for Harrogate)
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