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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Birchington-On-Sea (BCH)

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28

train journeys
per day

192

miles (310 kms)

5hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Birchington-On-Sea (BCH)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Birchington-On-Sea is approximately 192 miles (310 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

Transport for Wales, GWR, Thameslink, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Bay to Birchington-On-Sea

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Birchington-On-Sea Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    11:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:26
    5 hrs 11 mins6 changes
    12:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    12:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:08
    5 hrs 29 mins6 changes
    13:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    13:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:26
    5 hrs 11 mins6 changes
    14:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    14:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:08
    5 hrs 29 mins6 changes
    15:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    15:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:26
    5 hrs 11 mins6 changes
    16:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    16:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:26
    5 hrs 11 mins6 changes
    17:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    17:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:26
    5 hrs 11 mins6 changes
    18:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    18:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:26
    4 hrs 49 mins5 changes
    19:15
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    19:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:26
    4 hrs 49 mins5 changes
    20:15
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:56
    4 hrs 58 mins5 changes
    20:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:26
    4 hrs 49 mins5 changes
    21:15
    Cardiff Bay
    Birchington-on-Sea
    Cardiff Bay to Birchington-on-Sea

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
AddressCardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
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

About Birchington-On-Sea Station

Station name Birchington-On-Sea (BCH)
AddressBirchington-on-Sea station, Station Approach, Birchington-on-Sea, Kent, CT7 9RD
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 12:25
Saturday 06:45 - 13:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea 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 Bay & Birchington-On-Sea. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, GWR, Thameslink, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Birchington-On-Sea.

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