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Cheap train tickets from London to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Cheapest

€56

Average

€90

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:18AM1h52

London Paddington

10:10AMCardiff Central

€561One-way

0 transfers

10:18AM1h55

London Paddington

12:13PMCardiff Central

€611One-way

0 transfers

10:48AM1h51

London Paddington

12:39PMCardiff Central

€701One-way

0 transfers

09:18AM1h52

London Paddington

11:10AMCardiff Central

€951One-way

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08:48AM1h49

London Paddington

10:37AMCardiff Central

€1671One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from London to Cardiff

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Great Western Railway

08:18AM1h52

London Paddington

10:10AMCardiff Central

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08:48AM1h49

London Paddington

10:37AMCardiff Central

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09:18AM1h52

London Paddington

11:10AMCardiff Central

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09:48AM1h49

London Paddington

11:37AMCardiff Central

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Great Western Railway

10:18AM1h55

London Paddington

12:13PMCardiff Central

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10:48AM1h51

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12:39PMCardiff Central

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Fastest train times from London to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Fastest Journey

1 h 49 m

Average

1 h 50 m

Trains per day

Distance

211 km

Of the 5 trains that leave London for Cardiff every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

09:48AM1h49

London Paddington

11:37AMCardiff Central

€901One-way

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Fastest

08:48AM1h49

London Paddington

10:37AMCardiff Central

€1581One-way

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10:48AM1h51

London Paddington

12:39PMCardiff Central

€661One-way

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09:18AM1h52

London Paddington

11:10AMCardiff Central

€901One-way

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08:18AM1h52

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10:10AMCardiff Central

€531One-way

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Overview: Train from London to Cardiff

	Distance	131 miles (211 km)
	Average train duration	1 h 52 min
	Average train ticket price	$63 (€57)
	Train frequency	32 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 27 direct trains a day
	Train companies	Great Western Railway, Cross Country or South Western Railway

Trains from London to Cardiff cover the 131 miles (211 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 52 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway, Cross Country or South Western Railway. Normally, there are 32 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $50 (€45), but the average price of train tickets is $63 (€57). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Cardiff Central.

Train providers: CrossCountry and South Western Railway from London to Cardiff trains

You can travel by train from London to Cardiff with CrossCountry and South Western Railway for as low as $50 (€45). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best 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.

Trains from London to Cardiff

Trains from London to Cardiff run very frequently throughout the day, with approximately 1 service departing every hour on every day of the week. The majority of Great Western Railway journeys from London to Cardiff last between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2 hour 50 minutes, depending on the time of day.

London to Cardiff train times: Daily departures

There are numerous trains running from London to Cardiff on every day of the week. Services run more frequently in the morning, with trains departing approximately every 30 minutes. Trains run less frequently in the afternoon and evening, with around 1 service every hour. The first train of the day leaves at around 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, and at around 8:00 a.m. on weekends. The last service of the day departs between 10:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., and arrives at Cardiff Central Station around 12:30 a.m.

How long is the journey by train from London to Cardiff?

The journey from London to Cardiff usually lasts between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2 hours 50 minutes, and varies depending on the time of the day. Most trains from London to Cardiff are direct services, but some journeys require passengers to make 1 change at Gloucester before reaching Cardiff.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Cardiff?

Departure train station: London Paddington station is located in central London, and can easily be reached with the Tube by travelling to Paddington Underground Station, situated on the Circle and District Lines. The station offers pay-as-you-go WiFi, public toilets, and a range of food, drink, and shopping outlets.

Arrival train station: Cardiff Central Station is situated in the centre of the city in Cardiff Central Square, within walking distance from the city's main sights. The station offers a first-class lounge, public WiFi, shops, and accessible toilets.

Which train companies travel from London to Cardiff?

Most train journeys from London to Cardiff are operated by British train company Great Western Railway.

Great Western Railway London to Cardiff

Great Western Railway (GWR) trains from London to Cardiff operate very frequently throughout the day on every day of the week. The journey usually lasts between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2 hours 50 minutes, depending on the time of day. Most GWR trains from London to Cardiff are direct, however, some journeys require passengers to change trains at Gloucester before reaching Cardiff.

London to Cardiff trains: Services on board

GWR trains offer passengers the option to buy first-class tickets, with extra-wide, reclining seats, a food and drink service, power sockets at every table, and access to exclusive first-class lounges at the station. First-class passengers can also make the most of enhanced WiFi onboard, with faster internet. Up to 3 pieces of luggage per passenger can be transported on GWR trains, but bulky luggage should be stored in luggage areas at the end of each carriage. Passengers can bring bikes onto GWR trains with a reservation made in advance. Up to 2 small pets can also be transported onboard, provided they are kept on a short lead or in an enclosed carrier. GWR offers a system where passengers with disabilities can pre-book assistance for their journey.

How to find cheap train tickets from London to Cardiff

It's easy to find great deals on train tickets from London to Cardiff when booking with Omio. The best way to find cheap tickets is to book as far in advance as possible, as last-minute tickets can often be more expensive. Another top tip is to stay flexible with travel dates, as it's no secret that train ticket prices can vary widely depending on the time of the day or day of the week. Peak journeys will usually cost more than those outside of commuter hours. It's also a good idea to consider booking slower, indirect journeys. While high-speed, direct services are popular, they're often more expensive.

Train tickets from London to Cardiff: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	42 €
2 weeks earlier	42 €	0%
3 weeks earlier	36 €	17%
1 month before	28 €	50%
2 months earlier	23 €	83%
3 months earlier	22 €	91%

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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 $50 (€45) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Cardiff is $63 (€57); 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 London to Cardiff is 1 h 52 min to travel the 131 mile (211 km) long trip, with around there are 32 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Cardiff leaves at 7: 18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Cardiff leaves at 2: 18 PM.

Yes, there are 27 direct trains a day from London to Cardiff with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best London to Cardiff train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Railway, Cross Country or South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from London to Cardiff to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your trip from including London Victoria, London St Pancras International and London Euston. When arriving in Cardiff, you can end your route in train stations like Cardiff Central, Cardiff (Queen Street) and Cardiff (Cathays).

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Victoria, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 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 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

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

Yes, you can take a bus between London and Cardiff.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

London

Cardiff

London Victoria 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 Victoria Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

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Address

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 St Pancras International Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

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Parking

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Address

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 Euston Wifi

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Wifi

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Address

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

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

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Parking

ATM

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Address

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 Kings Cross Wifi

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Wifi

Lockers

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Parking

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Address

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

Heathrow Airport T123 Wifi

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Wifi

Shopping

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Address

Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD

Public transit options for Heathrow Airport T123

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)

London Waterloo Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

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Address

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 Liverpool Street Wifi

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Wifi

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Address

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 Bridge Wifi

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Wifi

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Address

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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Address

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

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

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Address

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

Heathrow Airport T5 Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station, Terminal 5, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 2GA

London Charing Cross Shopping

Amenities at station

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF

Public transit options for London Charing Cross

Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.

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