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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Aylesford (AYL)

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25

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

3hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

06:23 / 23:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Aylesford (AYL)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Aylesford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Aylesford is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 25 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Aylesford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Aylesford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Aylesford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    11:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    13:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    18:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:54
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    20:19
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:54
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    21:07
    Cardiff Central
    Aylesford
    Cardiff Central to Aylesford

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Aylesford Station

Station name Aylesford (AYL)
Address Aylesford station, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7JL
Managed by SE

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 Cardiff Central and Aylesford

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Aylesford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Aylesford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:17.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Aylesford 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 Central & Aylesford. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Aylesford.

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