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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Rochford
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Trains from Cardiff to Rochford run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £151 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £151 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Rochford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Rochford from £151. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Rochford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Rochford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Rochford
Most Cardiff to Rochford trains use the Cardiff Central to Southend Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Rochford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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