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Trains from Southminster (SMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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22

train journeys
per day

173

miles (278 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southminster (SMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Southminster and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southminster to Cardiff Central is approximately 173 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southminster to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Southminster to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    4 hrs 2 changes
    11:36
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:56
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:35
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:16
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:37
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:56
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:36
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:13
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:56
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    20:39
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    21:40
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:38
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:20
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    23:47
    Southminster
    Cardiff Central
    Southminster to Cardiff Central

About Southminster Station

Station name Southminster (SMN)
Address Southminster station, Station Approach, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7EN
Managed by LE

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 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 Southminster and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Southminster and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southminster and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Southminster 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 Southminster & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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