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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southend Airport (SIA)

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32

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southend Airport (SIA)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport , 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 Southend Airport is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 48 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Southend Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Central to Southend Airport

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Southend Airport Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:07
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:54
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:23
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:53
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:23
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:55
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:23
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:17
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:37
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:18
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:50
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:18
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:41
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:18
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:50
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:23
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:54
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:18
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:52
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:54
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Cardiff Central
    Southend Airport
    Cardiff Central to Southend Airport

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 Southend Airport Station

Station name Southend Airport (SIA)
Address Southend Airport station, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6YF
Managed by XS

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:00 - 23:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport 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.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport 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 & Southend Airport. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Southend Airport.

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