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Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) by train

First train

13:18

Last train

14:18

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Shoreham (Kent)

Journey time

From 3h 27m

Distance

146 miles (234 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Thameslink

Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) in 3 hours 27 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent)? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 53 minutes to travel the 146 miles (234 km) from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Shoreham (Kent) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff Central and Shoreham (Kent) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) is 3 hours and 27 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent)?

No, there are no direct train services from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent). Travelling from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) leave?

The first train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) leaves at 13:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) leave?

The last train from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) leaves at 14:18. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Cardiff Central and Shoreham (Kent) by train?

Trains travelling from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent) cover a distance of around 146 miles (234 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Shoreham (Kent)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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