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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €52
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €91
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 2 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 2 h 27 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 45
- Distance
- 212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
It's difficult to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) without transferring at least once.
L84474 · L79411+
G150203:12 PM 4h41 London Waterloo (WAT) 7:53 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €52 1 One-way 2 transfers- L79400+G15018
2:50 PM 4h00 London Waterloo (WAT) 6:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €52 1 One-way 1 transfer - W34618+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington10:12 AM 2h25 London Waterloo (WAT) 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €70 1 One-way 1 transfer - L79342+G15009
9:20 AM 4h25 London Waterloo (WAT) 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €77 1 One-way 1 transfer - L79334+G15007
8:50 AM 3h59 London Waterloo (WAT) 12:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €77 1 One-way 1 transfer
- G14936+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
8:12 AM 2h25 London Waterloo (WAT) 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) €146 1 One-way 1 transfer - G14937+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
8:42 AM 2h25 London Waterloo (WAT) 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) €104 1 One-way 1 transfer - W34618+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
10:12 AM 2h25 London Waterloo (WAT) 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €70 1 One-way 1 transfer - G14938+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
9:12 AM 2h28 London Waterloo (WAT) 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) €104 1 One-way 1 transfer - W34617+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
9:40 AM 2h30 London Waterloo (WAT) 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) €80 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 2h 7m.
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Journey facts
- Distance131 miles (212 km)
- Average train duration2h 29m
- Cheapest ticket price€45
- Trains per day7
- Fastest train2h 7m
- First train7:48 AM
- Last train8:07 PM
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- Cheapest DayWed
- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonJan - Mar
- Busiest DaySat
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- Best time to book1 day
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80828+W35426 | On time 8:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h28 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80847+G14947 | 9:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h49 | 1:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
| W35415+L80568 | 5:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h13 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G14933+L80571 | 5:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h20 | 9:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L79309+G15004 | 6:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h17 | 10:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L79315+G15519 · G15216 · G14938 | 7:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h30 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| L79315+G15005 | 7:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h36 | 11:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G14935+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 7:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h30 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80059+G15005 | 7:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h56 | 11:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G14936+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 8:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h25 | 10:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L79329+G15007 | 8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h29 | 12:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G14937+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 8:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h25 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80619+W34617 | 8:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h22 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15007+L79334 | 8:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h59 | 12:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G14938+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 9:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h28 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80628+W34618 | 9:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h19 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15009+L79342 | 9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h25 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34617+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 9:40 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h30 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80061+G15009 | 9:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h55 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80061+G15009 | 9:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h55 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34618+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 10:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h25 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15521 · Y41800 · W34624+L79352 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h17 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G15011+L79352 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h29 | 2:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15011+L79355 | 10:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h59 | 2:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L84250 · L80665+W34624 | 10:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h45 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15523 · G15221 · W35418+L79363 | 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h16 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W34999+L79363 | 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h26 | 3:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34999+L79366 | 11:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h56 | 3:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15014+L79377 | 12:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h00 | 4:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15016+L79384 | 1:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h29 | 5:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80719+W34634 | 2:18 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h19 | 5:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15018+L79395 | 2:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h30 | 6:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L79400+G15018 | 2:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h00 | 6:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L84474 · L79411+G15020 | 3:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h41 | 7:53 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| L79406+G15020 | 3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h33 | 7:53 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15020+L79411 | 3:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h03 | 7:53 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15021+L79962 · L79417 | 4:09 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h38 | 8:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15021+L79417 | 4:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h27 | 8:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L83126 · L79428+G15528 · G15023 | 4:42 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h03 | 9:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| L79424+G15021 | 4:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h57 | 8:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15023+L79428 | 5:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h22 | 9:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15023+L80163 · L79433 | 5:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h10 | 9:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G15023+L79433 | 5:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h52 | 9:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G15529 · Y41830 · G14945+L79438 | 6:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h24 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W35041+L79438 | 6:23 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h33 | 10:56 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W35041+L80173 · L79444 | 6:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h21 | 10:56 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W35041+L79444 | 6:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h06 | 10:56 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
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Train companies
Train companies from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Railway and South Western Railway. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Great Western Railway and South Western Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Waterloo (WAT) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
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.
Most popular train connections from London Waterloo (WAT)
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