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Trip Overview

The average train between Frinton-on-Sea and Cardiff takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Frinton-on-Sea to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 38m
Duration
217 mi
Distance
£115
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Frinton-on-Sea to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Frinton-on-Sea and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Frinton-on-Sea is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Thorpe-le-Soken and take an average of 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 9m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 8m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 9m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 8m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 9m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 8m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 39m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 38m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 2m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 9m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 9m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 8m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 9m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 8m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 5m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Frinton-on-Sea to Cardiff? 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.

Map of how to get from Frinton-on-Sea to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 217.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Frinton-on-Sea, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Frinton-on-Sea to Cardiff Central via Thorpe-le-Soken, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 40m.

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