Trains from Cardiff to London from $20.36*

Trains from Cardiff to London from $20.36*

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Cardiff to London Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to London, starting from $20.36 and averaging $119.95. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 47m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sep 24
    Tue
    From $37.38
  • Sep 25
    Wed
    From $37.38
  • Sep 26
    Thu
    From $20.36
  • Sep 27
    Fri
    From $36.51
  • Sep 28
    Sat
    From $37.38
  • Sep 29
    Sun
    From $37.38
  • Sep 30
    Mon
    From $37.38
  • 05:12
    Cardiff Central
    07:16
    London Paddington
    2h 4m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 05:54
    Cardiff Central
    07:44
    London Paddington
    1h 50m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 06:23
    Cardiff Central
    08:16
    London Paddington
    1h 53m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 06:28
    Cardiff Central
    10:20
    London Waterloo
    3h 52m, Changes required
    Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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  • 06:53
    Cardiff Central
    08:46
    London Paddington
    1h 53m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 07:23
    Cardiff Central
    09:13
    Paris
    1h 50m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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Cardiff to London Train Route Details

The Cardiff to London train ticket is from $20.36. The average travel time is 1h 47m, covering a distance of approximately 211 mile. There are usually 35 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:12
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 47m
Distance
Distance
211 mile
Price
Price
$20.36*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Cardiff to London Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to London Train Travel Guide

Arriving in London

Trains running from Cardiff to London will typically depart from Cardiff Central and arrive at London Paddington. The journey takes around 1h 47m.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London

Finding cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Cardiff and London, a Season Ticket could be the best way to save money. Season Tickets allow unlimited travel between the specified stations and are available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, or annually. By opting for a Season Ticket, you can enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Cardiff to London can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.