Romford to Cardiff Queen Street by train
| First train | 05:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:55 | |
| Departure station | Romford | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (232 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Romford to Cardiff Queen Street in 2 hours 49 minutes
If you want to travel from Romford to Cardiff Queen Street by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Romford to Cardiff Queen Street by train to take around 3 hours 55 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 144 miles (232 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Cardiff Queen Street. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Romford to Cardiff Queen Street are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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