The average train between Saint Leonards-on-Sea and Cardiff takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Saint Leonards-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.
Trains run hourly between Saint Leonards-on-Sea and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saint Leonards-on-Sea is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Saint Leonards-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.
No, there is no direct train from Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Saint Leonards-on-Sea station and arriving at Cardiff station via London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from St Leonards Warrior Square station.
Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Saint Leonards-on-Sea to Cardiff train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Saint Leonards-on-Sea and Cardiff is 269 km. The road distance is 335 km.
You can take a train from St Leonards Warrior Square to Cardiff Central via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 4h 16m.