Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$96

Average price

$96

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 45 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

212 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Great Western Rail
10:19AM2h45
Cardiff Central (CDF)
01:04PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$961One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €53.

Distance: 131 miles (211 km)

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€12

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2h 46m

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2h 16m

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4h 29m

Average total duration

3h 59m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€5)
Distance
131 miles (211 km)
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
$66 (€53)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 27m
First train
04:07
Last train
09:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€5)

Train providers: Great Western Rail from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains

Great Western Rail trains will get you to London Kings Cross (KGX) from Cardiff Central (CDF) from $82 (€66). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train information with Great Western Rail:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 23 min
  • Cheapest Price: $82

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
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  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
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  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
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  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
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  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
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  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
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  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
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  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
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  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
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  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
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  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
  • Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
  • Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

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