Chatham to Cardiff Bay by train
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:40 | |
| Departure station | Chatham | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Bay | |
| Journey time | From 3h 56m | |
| Distance | 159 miles (256 km) | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Chatham to Cardiff Bay by train
Looking to travel from Chatham to Cardiff Bay by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 35 minutes to travel from Chatham to Cardiff Bay by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 56 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 159 miles (256 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Cardiff Bay, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or Thameslink to get to Cardiff Bay. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chatham to Cardiff Bay in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Chatham to Cardiff Bay
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