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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Rochford
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Rochford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Rochford will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
To travel from Cardiff to Rochford you need to make at least 2 changes.
Live departures
Cardiff to Rochford train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Rochford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:07 Cardiff | 3h35 | 08:42 Rochford | 2 changes | |
| 05:54 Cardiff | 3h08 | 09:02 Rochford | 2 changes | |
| 06:24 Cardiff | 3h16 | 09:40 Rochford | 2 changes | |
| 06:51 Cardiff | 3h12 | 10:03 Rochford | 2 changes | |
| 07:23 Cardiff | 2h57 | 10:20 Rochford | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Rochford
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Trains from Cardiff to Rochford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £162 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 18:58. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £162 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 18:58 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Rochford trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Rochford from £162. 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Rochford
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:20 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Antica Roma Ltd
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 1. Toilets are available when the station is staffed
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local Buses from bus stops, 5 minutes walk
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopoutside station entrance
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