The average train between Kent and Wales takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Wales. 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 Kent and Wales. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kent to Wales? 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 Kent to Wales. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Wales station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Kent to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Kent to Wales train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Kent and Wales is 327.4 km. The road distance is 343 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Cardiff Central via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 46m.