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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Herne Bay (HNB)

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23

train journeys
per day

184

miles (297 kms)

4hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Herne Bay (HNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Herne Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay is approximately 184 miles (297 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Herne Bay.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay Today

  • Mon 20th May
    06:54
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    11:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    07:30
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    12:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    08:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    12:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    08:54
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    13:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    09:18
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    09:54
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    14:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    10:18
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    10:54
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    15:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    11:18
    4 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    16:11
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    11:54
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:50
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    12:30
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    17:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    12:54
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    17:50
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    13:18
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    18:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    13:54
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    18:41
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    14:30
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    19:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    14:54
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    19:41
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    15:30
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    15:54
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    20:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    16:30
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    21:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay
  • Mon 20th May
    16:54
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    21:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Herne Bay
    Cardiff Bay to Herne Bay

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

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 Bay and Herne Bay

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Herne Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Herne Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Herne 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 Cardiff Bay & Herne Bay. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Herne Bay.

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