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Trains from Southend Stations to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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29

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

4hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Southend Stations to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Stations and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Stations to Cardiff Bay is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 28 mins.

c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Cardiff Bay.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 16 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southend Stations    to Cardiff Bay

Journeys from Southend Stations to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:10
    3 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    09:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:10
    3 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    10:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:42
    3 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    10:36
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:06
    4 hrs 4 changes
    11:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:43
    3 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    11:36
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:58
    4 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    12:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:30
    4 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    12:36
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:50
    4 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    13:06
    Southend Central
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Central to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:30
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    13:54
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:31
    4 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    14:36
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:31
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    15:54
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    16:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:31
    4 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    16:36
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    17:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:31
    4 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    17:36
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    18:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:31
    3 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    18:24
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:11
    3 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    19:06
    Southend Victoria
    Cardiff Bay
    Southend Victoria to Cardiff Bay

About Southend Stations Station

Station name Southend Stations (152)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southend Stations and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Southend Stations and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Stations and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southend Stations & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Cardiff Bay.

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