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Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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31

train journeys
per day

168

miles (271 kms)

3hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

04:31 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Southend East 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 Southend East to Cardiff Central is approximately 168 miles (271 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Southend East to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:31
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    05:45
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:32
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:02
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Southend East
    Cardiff Central
    Southend East to Cardiff Central

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
Address Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
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 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 Southend East and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Southend East and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend East 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 04:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

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

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