The average train between Wales and Kent takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to Kent. 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 Kent. 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 Kent at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington 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 Wales to Kent? 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 Kent. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Kent station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Wales to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Wales to Kent train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Wales and Kent is 327.4 km. The road distance is 343 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lenham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 3h 54m.