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Cheap train tickets and times from London to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for May 20

Cheapest

$54

Average

$90

Fastest Journey

1 h 48 m

Average

1 h 51 m

Trains per day

Distance

211 km

Cheap train tickets from London to start from $54 with an average ticket price of $90.

The fastest train from London to takes 1h 48m in comparison to an average duration of 1h 51m and covers a distance of 211 km.

6 trains that leave London for every day with 6 travelling directly.

Cheapest

08:48AM1h48

London Paddington (PAD)

10:36AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$541One-way

0 transfers

10:48AM1h50

London Paddington (PAD)

12:38PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$811One-way

0 transfers

10:15AM1h56

London Paddington (PAD)

12:11PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$811One-way

0 transfers

09:18AM1h52

London Paddington (PAD)

11:10AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1181One-way

0 transfers

09:48AM1h48

London Paddington (PAD)

11:36AMCardiff Central (CDF)

$1181One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from London to Cardiff

Distance	131 miles (211 km)
Average train duration	1 h 47 min
Average train ticket price	$73 (€63)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 15 direct trains a day
Train providers	Great Western Rail or South Western Railway

Trains from London to Cardiff cover the 131 miles (211 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 47 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail or South Western Railway. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $73 (€63), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $38 (€33). Travelers depart most frequently from London Waterloo and arrive in Cardiff Central.

Train companies: Great Western Rail and South Western Railway from London to Cardiff trains

Great Western Rail and South Western Railway trains will get you from London to Cardiff from $42 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

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.

London to Cardiff train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 1 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $42

FAQs: Trains from London to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Cardiff 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 London to Cardiff.

Cheap train tickets from London to Cardiff can start from as little as $38 (€33) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Cardiff is $73 (€63); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Cardiff train travel time is 1 h 47 min for the 131 mile (211 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Cardiff leaves at 5: 48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Cardiff leaves at 10: 49 PM.

Yes, there are 15 direct trains a day from London to Cardiff with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the trip from London to Cardiff you can take a train with Great Western Rail or South Western Railway. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between London and Cardiff on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 49 PM.

When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your journey from including London Waterloo, London Euston and London Paddington. When arriving in Cardiff, you can end your route in train stations like Cardiff Central, Cardiff Queen Street and Cardiff Bay.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Waterloo, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cardiff Central, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cardiff from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from London to Cardiff is November.

You have options as you can travel between London and Cardiff 2 different ways: train or bus.

Important Stations and Airports in London and Cardiff

London

Cardiff

London Waterloo is the most popular London railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in London for your trip to Cardiff.

London Waterloo Wifi

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London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London. SE1 8SW

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Public transit options for London Waterloo

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).

London Euston Wifi

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Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 00: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 00 - 00: 00

Public transit options for London Euston

Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.

London Paddington Wifi

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Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3451652030

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Public transit options for London Paddington

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.

London St Pancras International Wifi

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Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK

Phone Number

+44 2078437688, +44 2074314001

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 45 - 22: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 15

Public transit options for London St Pancras International

Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139

London Victoria Wifi

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London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU

Phone Number

+44 3450774224

Public transit options for London Victoria

Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line

London Liverpool Street Wifi

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London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY

Phone Number

+44 345 711 4141

Public transit options for London Liverpool Street

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.

London Kings Cross Wifi

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Euston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 2074314001

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36

Public transit options for London Kings Cross

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

London Bridge Wifi

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London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX

Phone Number

+44 345 711 4141

Public transit options for London Bridge

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

London Marylebone Wifi

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London Marylebone station, Great Central House, Melcombe Place, London, NW1 6JJ

Public transit options for London Marylebone

Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
Metro: Bakerloo Line.

London Blackfriars Wifi

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London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY

London Fenchurch Street Wifi

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London Fenchurch Street station, Fenchurch Place, London, EC3M 4AJ

Public transit options for London Fenchurch Street

Onward travel information: Rail replacement buses will stop outside HSBC on Fenchurch Street. Aldgate Bus Station. Details of the buses serving Fenchurch Street and Aldgate area, and the Bus Stops they are using is available here
Metro: London Underground (Circle Line and District Line) at Tower Hill - 200m from the Tower Hill exit London Underground (Metropolitan Line, Circle Line) at Aldgate - 300m from Fenchurch Place exit. Docklands Light Railway at Tower Gateway - 300m from the Tower Hill exit.

London Charing Cross Shopping