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Trains from East Tilbury (ETL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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31

train journeys
per day

154

miles (249 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

04:38 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from East Tilbury (ETL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between East Tilbury 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 East Tilbury to Cardiff Central is approximately 154 miles (249 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 11 mins.

GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between East Tilbury and Cardiff Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Tilbury to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from East Tilbury to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:38
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:39
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:50
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:20
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:19
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:20
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    East Tilbury
    Cardiff Central
    East Tilbury to Cardiff Central

About East Tilbury Station

Station name East Tilbury (ETL)
Address East Tilbury station, Princess Margaret Road, East Tilbury, Essex, RM18 8SB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 12:20
Saturday 07:30 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between East Tilbury and Cardiff Central

The travel time between East Tilbury and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Tilbury 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 04:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between East Tilbury 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 East Tilbury & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between East Tilbury and Cardiff Central.

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