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Outbound fromWitham to Cardiff Central by train
It takes an average of 5h 0m to travel from Witham to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 165 miles (266 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Witham to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £44.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:13 | |
| Departure station | Witham | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 165 miles (266 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £44.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Witham to Cardiff Central in 3 hours 2 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Witham to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours to travel the 165 miles (266 km) from Witham to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 40 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, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales 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 Witham to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £44.50. 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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