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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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31

train journeys
per day

177

miles (284 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Cardiff Central is approximately 177 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 45 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Colchester to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:41
    3 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    08:38
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:35
    3 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    09:08
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:00
    3 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    09:35
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:43
    3 hrs 26 mins2 changes
    10:09
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:14
    3 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    10:37
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:45
    3 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    11:07
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:09
    3 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    11:40
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:31
    3 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    12:10
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:01
    3 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    12:36
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:33
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    13:16
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:00
    3 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    13:35
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:33
    3 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    14:07
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:00
    3 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    14:36
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:33
    3 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    15:09
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:00
    3 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    15:34
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:33
    3 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    16:08
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:00
    3 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    16:36
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:33
    3 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    17:06
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:00
    3 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    17:35
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:33
    3 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    18:05
    Colchester
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester to Cardiff Central

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Colchester and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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