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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Barking (BKG)

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32

train journeys
per day

140

miles (225 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Barking (BKG)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Barking , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Barking is approximately 140 miles (225 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 18 mins.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Barking.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Barking. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Barking Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:07
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    08:19
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:54
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:47
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:23
    3 hrs 3 changes
    09:23
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:53
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:23
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:18
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    10:42
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:17
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:18
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:37
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:18
    3 hrs 3 changes
    12:18
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:50
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    12:48
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:18
    3 hrs 3 changes
    13:18
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:41
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:48
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:18
    3 hrs 3 changes
    14:18
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:50
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    3 hrs 3 changes
    15:18
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:54
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:52
    3 hrs 3 changes
    16:52
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:54
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Cardiff Central
    Barking
    Cardiff Central to Barking

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Barking Station

Station name Barking (BKG)
Address Barking station, Station Parade, Barking, Greater London, IG11 8TU
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Barking

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Barking by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Barking vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:45.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Barking can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Barking. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Barking.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Barking, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.