The average train between Harwich and Cardiff takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 Harwich and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Cardiff station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Harwich to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Harwich to Cardiff train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Harwich and Cardiff is 311.8 km. The road distance is 353 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Cardiff Central via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 16m.