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It takes an average of 4h 28m to travel from Cardiff Central to Southend Central by train, over a distance of around 167 miles (269 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Southend Central and tickets for this journey start from £45.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:47 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Southend Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 43m | |
| Distance | 167 miles (269 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45.50 | |
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Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southend Central in 3 hours 43 minutes
If you want to travel from Cardiff Central to Southend Central by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cardiff Central to Southend Central by train to take around 4 hours 28 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 167 miles (269 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Southend Central. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway or c2c trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Cardiff Central to Southend Central start from £45.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Central to Southend Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Southend Central?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.