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Southend East to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend East to Cardiff Central, starting from KWD 12.750 and averaging KWD 13.260. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 33m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:31
Southend East
08:36
Cardiff Central
4h 5m, Changes requiredc2cElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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05:45
Southend East
09:36
Cardiff Central
3h 51m, Changes requiredc2cElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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06:45
Southend East
10:37
Cardiff Central
3h 52m, Changes requiredc2cElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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08:02
Southend East
11:41
Cardiff Central
3h 39m, Changes requiredc2cElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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09:02
Southend East
12:37
Cardiff Central
3h 35m, Changes requiredc2cElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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10:02
Southend East
13:36
Paris
3h 34m, Changes requiredc2cElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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Southend East to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:31
Last train
Last train
21:32
Departure station
Departure station
Southend East
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
3h 33m
Distance
Distance
271 km
Price
Price
KWD 12.750*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend East to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southend East to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend East to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Southend East to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Southend East to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.