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Cardiff Central to Upminster by train

First train

07:37

Last train

10:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Upminster

Journey time

From 3h 13m

Distance

148 miles (238 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, Great Western Railway

Take the train from Cardiff Central to Upminster in 3 hours 13 minutes

If you want to travel from Cardiff Central to Upminster by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Cardiff Central to Upminster by train to take around 3 hours 32 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 148 miles (238 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Upminster. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway or London Overground trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Cardiff Central to Upminster are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Central to Upminster? 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 Upminster by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cardiff Central to Upminster is 3 hours and 13 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff Central to Upminster?

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

What time does the first train from Cardiff Central to Upminster leave?

The first train from Cardiff Central to Upminster leaves at 07:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cardiff Central to Upminster leave?

The last train from Cardiff Central to Upminster leaves at 10:30. 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 Upminster by train?

Trains travelling from Cardiff Central to Upminster cover a distance of around 148 miles (238 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Upminster to Cardiff Central.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Upminster

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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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