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Southend East to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southend East to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 62.72, with average prices for this route around AU$ 65.22.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
04:31 Southend East	08:36 Cardiff Central	4h 5m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:45 Southend East	09:36 Cardiff Central	3h 51m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:45 Southend East	10:37 Cardiff Central	3h 52m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
08:02 Southend East	11:41 Cardiff Central	3h 39m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
09:02 Southend East	12:37 Cardiff Central	3h 35m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
10:02 Southend East	13:36 Paris	3h 34m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southend East to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

04:31

Last train

21:19

Departure station

Southend East

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 33m

Distance

271 km

Price

AU$ 62.72*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, c2c

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend East to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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%

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 travelling 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southend East to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Southend East to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend East to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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

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