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Outbound fromRochester to Cardiff Central by train
It takes an average of 4h 53m to travel from Rochester to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 159 miles (256 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Rochester to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £108.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:06 | |
| Departure station | Rochester | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 19m | |
| Distance | 159 miles (256 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £108.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Southern |
Taking the train from Rochester to Cardiff Central in 3 hours 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rochester to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 53 minutes to travel the 159 miles (256 km) from Rochester to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to Cardiff Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Rochester to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £108.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cardiff Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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