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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Showing times and prices for Aug 28
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
90
Distance
208 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Fast trains
Of the 90 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Fri, Aug 28, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
G14937+
C37256 · C380368:06 AM3h01London Paddington (PAD)11:07 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$601One-way2 transfers- W34630+C37074 · C37164+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon1:01 PM3h37London Paddington (PAD)4:38 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way3 transfers - W34630+C37164 · C380541:00 PM3h38London Paddington (PAD)4:38 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way2 transfers
- W34630+C38054 · C37074 · C371641:00 PM3h38London Paddington (PAD)4:38 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way3 transfers
- G14964 · W34630+C37164 · C380541:00 PM3h38London Paddington (PAD)4:38 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$651One-way3 transfers
- W346467:18 PM1h44London Paddington (PAD)9:02 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$911One-way0 transfers
- W354181:48 PM1h48London Paddington (PAD)3:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$911One-way0 transfers
- G149347:48 AM1h48London Paddington (PAD)9:36 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$1711One-way0 transfers
- W3541711:48 AM1h48London Paddington (PAD)1:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way0 transfers
- W354194:18 PM1h48London Paddington (PAD)6:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $34 (€27).
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $99 (€79).
The fastest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is by ferry with an average journey time of 28m.
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (2h 24m by train vs 3h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€79) compared to roughly $73 (€59) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34663 | 5:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h43 | 8:06 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37411 · C37187+G14933 | 5:49 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h19 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37411 · C37187+G14951 · G14933 | 5:49 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h19 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37848 · C37187+G14951 · G14933 | 5:52 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h16 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37848 · C37187+G14933 | 5:52 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h16 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37857 · C37193+G14933 | 6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h08 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37430 · C37193+G14933 | 6:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h04 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37865 · C37193+G14933 | 6:07 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h01 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W35415 | 6:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14933 | 7:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h56 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14934 | 7:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h48 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37618 · C37256+G14937 | 7:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h08 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38027 · C37256+G14937 | 8:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h06 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37629 · C37256+G14937 | 8:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h03 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38036 · C37256+G14937 | 8:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h01 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37639 · C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h31 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37639 · C37263+G14938 | 8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h31 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38044 · C37263+G14938 | 8:11 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h29 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38044 · C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:11 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h29 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37263+G14938 | 8:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h28 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h28 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37648 · C37263+G14938 | 8:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h26 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37648 · C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h26 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo+ L79334+G15007 | 8:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h34 | 12:48 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38053 · C37263+G14938 | 8:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h24 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38053 · C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h24 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G14935 | 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h54 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37658 · C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:19 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h21 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37658 · C37263+G14938 | 8:19 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h21 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38059 · C37263+G14938 | 8:21 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h19 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38059 · C37263+G14956 · G14938 | 8:21 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h19 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37666 · C37155 · C37160+W34617 | 8:24 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h46 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37666 · C37160+W34680 · W34617 | 8:24 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h46 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37666 · C37160+W34617 | 8:24 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h46 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38066 · C37155 · C37160+W34617 | 8:26 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h44 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38066 · C37160+W34617 | 8:26 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h44 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38066 · C37160+W34680 · W34617 | 8:26 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h44 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37155 · C37160+W34617 | 8:27 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h43 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37676 · C37160+W34680 · W34617 | 8:29 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h41 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37676 · C37155 · C37160+W34617 | 8:29 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h41 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37676 · C37160+W34617 | 8:29 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h41 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38074 · C37155 · C37160+W34617 | 8:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38074 · C37160+W34617 | 8:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38074 · C37160+W34680 · W34617 | 8:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37685 · C37155 · C37160+W34617 | 8:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G14936 | 8:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37084 · C37183+W34618 | 8:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h38 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37727 · C37183+W34618 | 8:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h38 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37727 · C37183+G14957 · W34618 | 8:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h38 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38116 · C37084 · C37183+W34618 | 9:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G14937 | 9:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14938 | 9:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34617 | 10:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h54 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34618 | 10:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14939 | 11:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35417 | 11:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h48 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37974 · C37139 · C37260+W35418 | 12:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37974 · C37260+G14962 · W35418 | 12:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37974 · C37260+W35418 | 12:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37139 · C37260+W35418 | 12:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h35 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37563 · C37139 · C37260+W35418 | 12:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h32 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37563 · C37260+G14962 · W35418 | 12:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h32 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37563 · C37260+W35418 | 12:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h32 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37982 · C37139 · C37260+W35418 | 12:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h29 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W34622 | 12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h55 | 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34624 | 12:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14940 | 1:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h53 | 3:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35418 | 1:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h48 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34629 | 2:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 4:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34630 | 2:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C38195 · C37209+Y15295 · W34637 | 3:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h37 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38195 · C37209+W34637 | 3:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h37 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37209+W34637 | 3:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37209+Y15295 · W34637 | 3:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h36 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37390 · C37209+W34637 | 3:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h33 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37390 · C37209+Y15295 · W34637 | 3:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h33 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W34632 | 3:16 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h53 | 5:09 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34634 | 3:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 5:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35419 | 4:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h48 | 6:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34637 | 4:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37143 · C37265+G14943 | 4:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h15 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37624 · C37143 · C37265+G14943 | 5:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h13 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37624 · C37265+G14943 | 5:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h13 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38032 · C37143 · C37265+G14943 | 5:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h11 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38032 · C37265+G14943 | 5:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h11 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37634 · C37265+G14943 | 5:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h08 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37634 · C37143 · C37265+G14943 | 5:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h08 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G14941 | 5:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14942 | 5:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 7:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37080 · C37171+W34648 | 5:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37766 · C37171+W34648 | 6:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h37 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37766 · C37080 · C37171+W34648 | 6:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h37 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37766 · C37171+Y15297 · W34648 | 6:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h37 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38148 · C37080 · C37171+W34648 | 6:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h35 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G14943 | 6:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h56 | 8:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14944 | 6:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37098 · C37200+G14945 | 6:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h48 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37871 · C37200+G14945 | 7:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h47 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37871 · C37098 · C37200+G14945 | 7:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h47 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37871 · C37200+G14970 · G14945 | 7:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h47 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37448 · C37098 · C37200+G14945 | 7:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h44 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37448 · C37200+G14945 | 7:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h44 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37448 · C37200+G14970 · G14945 | 7:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h44 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37879 · C37098 · C37200+G14945 | 7:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h41 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37879 · C37200+G14970 · G14945 | 7:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h41 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37879 · C37200+G14945 | 7:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h41 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37456 · C37200+G14970 · G14945 | 7:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h38 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37456 · C37200+G14945 | 7:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h38 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo+L79456+G15026 | 7:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h48 | 11:57 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37200+G14945 | 7:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h35 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37200+G14970 · G14945 | 7:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h35 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37464 · C37200+G14945 | 7:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h32 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34646 | 7:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h44 | 9:02 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37897 · C37200+G14945 | 7:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h29 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37475 · C37200+G14945 | 7:21 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h26 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37475 · C37200+G14970 · G14945 | 7:21 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h26 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W34648 | 7:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 9:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37954 · C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h46 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37954 · C37114 · C37227+W34652 | 8:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h46 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37954 · C37227+W34652 | 8:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h46 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37541 · C37227+W34652 | 8:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h42 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37541 · C37114 · C37227+W34652 | 8:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h42 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37541 · C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h42 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37961 · C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37961 · C37227+W34652 | 8:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37961 · C37114 · C37227+W34652 | 8:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h39 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h35 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37227+W34652 | 8:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h35 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37971 · C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h31 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37971 · C37227+W34652 | 8:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h31 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37558 · C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:19 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h27 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37558 · C37227+W34652 | 8:19 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h27 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37985 · C37227+W35087 · W34652 | 8:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h24 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37985 · C37227+W34652 | 8:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h24 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37578 · C37240+G14972 · G14949 | 8:26 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h41 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37120 · C37240+G14949 | 8:26 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h41 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37578 · C37240+G14949 | 8:26 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h41 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37993 · C37120 · C37240+G14949 | 8:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h37 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37993 · C37240+G14949 | 8:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h37 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C37993 · C37240+G14972 · G14949 | 8:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h37 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37588 · C37240+G14972 · G14949 | 8:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h33 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37588 · C37120 · C37240+G14949 | 8:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h33 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C37588 · C37240+G14949 | 8:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h33 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38001 · C37120 · C37240+G14949 | 8:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h30 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C38001 · C37240+G14949 | 8:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h30 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+C37240+G14949 | 8:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h26 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C38010 · C37240+G14949 | 8:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h22 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G14945 | 8:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37607 · C37240+G14972 · G14949 | 8:49 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h18 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W34652 | 9:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h58 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14949 | 10:49 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h18 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 1h 43m.
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 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
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 companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
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. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
$44 (€36)
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
$82 (€66)
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Elizabeth line
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$69 (€56)
Elizabeth line frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $44 (€36), while the average price is around $99 (€79).
The train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) takes 1h 43m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 4:23 AM.
The distance by train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is 129 miles (208 km).
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 9:49 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Yes, there is a direct train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€5).
The train journey from London Paddington to Cardiff Central offers scenic views as it passes through the picturesque English countryside, including stretches along the Thames and the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, before reaching the urban landscapes of Cardiff.
A day trip from London Paddington to Cardiff Central is feasible as the journey time is 1h 43m. Trains run 7 times per day, covering a distance of 129 miles (208 km).
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Since neither London Paddington (PAD) nor Cardiff Central (CDF) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) include Swansea, London, Newport, Bridgend, Swindon.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the London Paddington to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Cardiff
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
TrainElizabeth · 7m · $2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · $5 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · $29 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · $5 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · $2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · $5 · every ~65 min
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · $2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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