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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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32

train journeys
per day

176

miles (284 kms)

3hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 176 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    08:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:30
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    15:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:33
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    18:25
    Colchester
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Colchester to Cardiff Queen Street

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street 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 Queen Street. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Cardiff Queen Street.

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