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Trains from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street

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Trains to Cardiff Queen Street from East Malling

First train

05:36

Last train

23:22

Departure stationEast Malling
Arrival stationCardiff Queen Street
Journey time

From 4h 15m

Distance

156 miles (251 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street?

Check out the next trains departing from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street for Tuesday 17th November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
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What are the train times from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street?

Get from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street in as little as 4 hours 15 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street takes around 5 hours 42 minutes. There are around 0 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between East Malling and Cardiff Queen Street, you'll need to make 3 changes.

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southeastern and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street?

Want to know more about your journey from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street? 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 East Malling and Cardiff Queen Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street is 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street?

No, there are no direct train services from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street. Travelling from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How close is East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street by train?

East Malling and Cardiff Queen Street are around 156 miles (251 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street?

To travel from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 5 hours and 42 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 4 hours and 15 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

How do I find cheap train tickets from East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street?

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.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for East Malling to Cardiff Queen Street is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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