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Trains from Althorne (Essex) (ALN) to Grangetown (Cardiff) (GTN)

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21

train journeys
per day

169

miles (273 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:34 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Althorne (Essex) (ALN) to Grangetown (Cardiff) (GTN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff) is approximately 169 miles (273 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff).

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff). The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)

Journeys from Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff) Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:34
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    09:54
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:17
    4 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    10:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:57
    3 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    10:54
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:46
    4 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    11:54
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:25
    3 hrs 59 mins5 changes
    12:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:04
    4 hrs 29 mins5 changes
    13:33
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:42
    4 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    13:54
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:22
    4 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    14:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:02
    4 hrs 22 mins5 changes
    15:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:42
    4 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    15:54
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:22
    4 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    16:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:02
    4 hrs 22 mins5 changes
    17:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:42
    4 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    17:54
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:22
    4 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    18:24
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:02
    4 hrs 37 mins5 changes
    19:39
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:42
    4 hrs 21 mins5 changes
    20:03
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:22
    4 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    20:39
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:12
    4 hrs 27 mins4 changes
    21:39
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:42
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    23:08
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:22
    8 hrs 57 mins5 changes
    05:19
    Althorne (Essex)
    Grangetown (Cardiff)
    Althorne (Essex) to Grangetown (Cardiff)

About Althorne (Essex) Station

Station name Althorne (Essex) (ALN)
AddressAlthorne station, Bridgemarsh Lane, Althorne, Essex, CM3 6DG
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Grangetown (Cardiff) Station

Station name Grangetown (Cardiff) (GTN)
AddressGrangetown station, Penarth Road, Grangetown, Cardiff, CF11 8UY
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff)

The travel time between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

First class tickets on trains between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Althorne (Essex) & Grangetown (Cardiff). owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Althorne (Essex) and Grangetown (Cardiff), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.