The average train between Bridgend and Essex takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bridgend to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bridgend and Essex. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bridgend is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bridgend to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bridgend station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Bridgend to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.
Bridgend to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Bridgend to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Bridgend and Essex is 289.2 km. The road distance is 339 km.
You can take a train from Bridgend to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 22m.