CrossCountry
Great Western Railway
Trains to Cardiff Central from Rayleigh
| First train | 03:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:20 | |
| Departure station | Rayleigh | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 9m | |
| Distance | 163 miles (262 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators |
Travelling from Rayleigh to Cardiff Central by train
If you're planning to travel from Rayleigh to Cardiff Central, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Rayleigh to Cardiff Central takes around 4 hours 32 minutes. There are normally 41 trains per day travelling from Rayleigh to Cardiff Central.
You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Cardiff Central, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia and CrossCountry.
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