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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull
Cheapest price
$230
Average price
$230
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull will cost around $230 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $230.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Kingston upon Hull on Sat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.
11:45 AM5h27Cardiff5:12 PMKingston upon Hull$2301One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 AM5h27Cardiff5:12 PMKingston upon Hull$2301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m 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 Kingston upon Hull:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Kingston upon Hull take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 9m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€82) compared to roughly $87 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.42 (€-10.19). The journey takes 5h 15m versus 4h 31m 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 Kingston upon Hull train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00905 · G00716+ G85730 | On time 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h28 | 7:13 PM Hull (HUL) | 2 transfers | |
 G38955+ G16244+L89616 | Delayed 12:56 PM 1:53 PMCardiff Central (CDF) | 6h07 | 8:00 PM Hull (HUL) | 2 transfers | |
| G00946 · G00718+G85736 | On time 2:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h27 | 8:12 PM Hull (HUL) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
| 11:45 AM Cardiff | 5h27 | 5:12 PM Kingston upon Hull | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Kingston upon Hull from $29 (€24). 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 Kingston upon Hull
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull
Most Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull trains use the Cardiff Central to Hull station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Kingston upon Hull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Kingston upon Hull station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Hull from Kingston upon Hull city centre
Hull train station facilities and services
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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