The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Caerphilly
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Caerphilly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Caerphilly will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from London to Caerphilly without transferring at least once.
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G56550Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Caerphilly
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Caerphilly 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 train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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€59 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Caerphilly train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Caerphilly trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P08236+ G56527 | On time 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 10:44 AM Aber (ABE) | 1 transfer | |
P08236+ G56527 | On time 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h28 | 10:46 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 1 transfer | |
P08236+ G56527 | On time 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h24 | 10:42 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 1 transfer | |
P08237+ G57365 | On time 8:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h34 | 11:22 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 1 transfer | |
P08237+ G57757 | On time 8:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h45 | 11:33 AM Aber (ABE) | 1 transfer | |
P08238+ G56541 | On time 9:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h28 | 11:46 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 1 transfer | |
P08238+ G56541 | On time 9:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 11:44 AM Aber (ABE) | 1 transfer | |
P08238+ G56541 | On time 9:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h24 | 11:42 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 1 transfer | |
P08239+ G56545 | On time 9:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 12:14 PM Aber (ABE) | 1 transfer | |
P08239+ G56545 | On time 9:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h28 | 12:16 PM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 1 transfer | |
P08239+ G56545 | On time 9:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h24 | 12:12 PM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 1 transfer | |
P08240+ G56548 | On time 10:15 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h31 | 12:46 PM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 1 transfer | |
P08240+ G56548 | On time 10:15 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h29 | 12:44 PM Aber (ABE) | 1 transfer | |
P08240+ G56548 | On time 10:15 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h27 | 12:42 PM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 1 transfer | |
P08241+ G56550 | On time 10:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h24 | 1:12 PM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 1 transfer | |
P08241+ G56550 | On time 10:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h28 | 1:16 PM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 1 transfer | |
P08241+ G56550 | On time 10:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 1:14 PM Aber (ABE) | 1 transfer | |
P08243+ G56555 | On time 11:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h28 | 2:16 PM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Caerphilly
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 21:07 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London to Caerphilly start from as low as $49 (€40) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $73 (€59) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from London to Caerphilly trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between London and Caerphilly from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Caerphilly
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Caerphilly
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Clapham Junction: Garratt Lane (A217) Bus Stop C outside Barclays Bank To Wimbledon: Garratt Lane (A217) Bus Stop D opposite Barclays Bank
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Only ticket office has step-free access from street.
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop FN in Canfield Gardens for eastbound services to Camden Road Use Bus stop FP in Broadhurst Gardens for westbound services to Richmond
- Metro: Finchley Road underground station within 10 minutes walk. Turn right out of station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:00 Saturday 04:45 - 01:00 Sunday 05:25 - 01:00 Ticket office is located on the lower level concourse.
- Type of shops available: Various shops, cafes and restaurants
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift
- Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets can be located on the lower concourse. A Changing Place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Bridge. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, shower facility, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The facility is located on the on the upper concourse and can be accessed from an accessible lift on the lower concourse, at street level or via a lift on the London Underground. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the Changing Place room, please speak to a member of staff, contact our control centre on 02072341108 or press one of our assistance help points throughout the station so we can help you gain access. Changing Places is a campaign on behalf of people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets and are usually more spacious, fitted with advanced equipment and provide the user with a private, comfortable and hygienic space.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in Station Approach.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
- Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine takes debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use the bus stops under the bridge on Nantgarw Road
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station adjacent to taxi rank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the entrance to the station car park
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