Trains to Cardiff Central from Colchester Town
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:07 | |
| Departure station | Colchester Town | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 31m | |
| Distance | 177 miles (285 km) | |
| Frequency | 50 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Colchester Town to Cardiff Central by train
Looking to travel from Colchester Town to Cardiff Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 1 minute to travel from Colchester Town to Cardiff Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 31 minutes though. You'll usually find 50 trains per day running along the 177 miles (285 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cardiff Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry to get to Cardiff Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Colchester Town to Cardiff Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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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
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