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Trip Overview

The average train between Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff University takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 29m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£99
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff University train times

Trains run hourly between Southend-on-Sea and Cardiff University. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southend-on-Sea is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Cardiff University at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 7m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 5m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 35m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 28m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 35m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 28m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 5m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 5m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 9m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 35m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 28m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 35m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 28m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff University? 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 Southend-on-Sea to Cardiff University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 190.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Cardiff University via Stratford, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 49m.

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