The average train between Wales and Essex takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Essex. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Wales to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Wales to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Wales and Essex is 299.8 km. The road distance is 306 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 58m.