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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Rochford
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Cardiff to Rochford, including direct trains, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £150 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 3h 19m |
Lowest ticket price £150 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Rochford trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Rochford from £150. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
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.
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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.
Which Rochford station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Rochford from Rochford city centre
Rochford train station facilities and services
Rochford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Antica Roma Ltd
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rochford. ATMs are available at Rochford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochford: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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