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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
Showing times and prices for Oct 02
Cheapest
€66
Average
€130
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central to London Paddington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
05:07AM2h09
Cardiff Central07:16AMLondon Paddington
€661One-way
0 transfers
06:23AM1h53
Cardiff Central08:16AMLondon Paddington
€1351One-way
0 transfers
06:53AM1h52
Cardiff Central08:45AMLondon Paddington
€1351One-way
0 transfers
05:54AM1h50
Cardiff Central07:44AMLondon Paddington
€1581One-way
0 transfers
07:55AM1h48
Cardiff Central09:43AMLondon Paddington
€1581One-way
0 transfers
Train schedule from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 2
Great Western Railway
08:17AM1h57
Cardiff Central10:14AMLondon Paddington
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
08:41AM1h54
Cardiff Central10:35AMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
09:18AM1h54
Cardiff Central11:12AMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
09:50AM1h54
Cardiff Central11:44AMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
10:18AM1h53
Cardiff Central12:11PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
10:41AM1h58
Cardiff Central12:39PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
11:18AM1h52
Cardiff Central01:10PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
11:50AM1h51
Cardiff Central01:41PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
12:18PM1h56
Cardiff Central02:14PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
12:54PM1h52
Cardiff Central02:46PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
01:18PM1h58
Cardiff Central03:16PMLondon Paddington
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Great Western Railway
01:53PM1h49
Cardiff Central03:42PMLondon Paddington
0 transfers
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Fastest train times from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
Showing times and prices for Oct 02
Fastest Journey
1 h 49 m
Average
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
208 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central for London Paddington every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Fastest
01:53PM1h49
Cardiff Central03:42PMLondon Paddington
€571One-way
0 transfers
11:50AM1h51
Cardiff Central01:41PMLondon Paddington
€661One-way
0 transfers
11:18AM1h52
Cardiff Central01:10PMLondon Paddington
€661One-way
0 transfers
12:54PM1h52
Cardiff Central02:46PMLondon Paddington
€571One-way
0 transfers
10:18AM1h53
Cardiff Central12:11PMLondon Paddington
€661One-way
0 transfers
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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
 | Distance | 128 miles (207 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 58 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $69 (€62) |
 | Train frequency | 16 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Great Western Railway or Cross Country |
Trains from Cardiff Central to London Paddington cover the 128 miles (207 km) long route taking on average 1 h 58 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway or Cross Country. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $69 (€62), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $64 (€57).
Train companies: CrossCountry from Cardiff Central to London Paddington trains
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central to London Paddington.
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London Paddington can start from as little as $64 (€57) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central to London Paddington is $69 (€62); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington is 1 h 58 min to travel the 128 mile (207 km) long route, with around there are 16 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington leaves at 5: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington leaves at 9: 20 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cardiff Central to London Paddington without having to change trains with Great Western Railway. There are 16 direct trains from Cardiff Central to London Paddington each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Cardiff Central to London Paddington train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Railway or Cross Country. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Cardiff Central and London Paddington to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 20 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff Central to London Paddington by train is April.
Yes, you can take a bus between Cardiff Central and London Paddington.
Trains departing from Cardiff Central
Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
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)
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
How to get to nearest airport?
Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.Amenities at station
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
Located outside of the main entrance.
Taxi
Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Parking
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 23: 59 | Sat: 06: 00 - 01: 30 Parking space: 388 Parking Pricing: €1. 00 for 2 hours | €2. 00 for 4 hours | €4. 00 for 1 day
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Dining
Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
Car Rentals
Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Trains arriving to London Paddington
Distance from London Paddington to city center
3.2 miles (5.2 km)Ticket Office Hours
24/7How to get to this station?
Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
How to get to nearest airport?
The Heathrow Express departs from the station every 15 minutes and drives directly to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey takes about 20 minutes.Amenities at station
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
Located next to the ticket office.
Taxi
Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point | Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Lockers
Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Parking
Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 100 Parking Pricing: £4. 00 up to 1 hour | £11. 50 up to 3 hours | £20. 00 up to 6 hours | £26. 00 up to 12 hours | £30. 00 up to 24 hours
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Wasabi | The Beer House | Barburrito | Upper Crust | The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers) | The Pasty Shop | Burger King | Pret a Manger | The Savanna | Soboro Bakery | & more
Car Rentals
Virtuo Car Hire | Hertz
Information Desk
Located near Platform 1.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
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