Trains from London to Cardiff from $29.56*

Trains from London to Cardiff from $29.56*

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London to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $29.56, with average prices for this route around $113.39. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Oct 6
    Sun
  • Oct 7
    Mon
    From $36.79
  • Oct 8
    Tue
    From $36.79
  • Oct 9
    Wed
    From $36.79
  • Oct 10
    Thu
    From $36.13
  • Oct 11
    Fri
    From $30.87
  • Oct 12
    Sat
    From $29.56
  • 18:37
    London Paddington
    20:34
    Cardiff Central
    1h 57m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 19:37
    London Paddington
    21:34
    Cardiff Central
    1h 57m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 20:37
    London Paddington
    22:37
    Cardiff Central
    2h 0m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 22:03
    London Paddington
    23:56
    Cardiff Central
    1h 53m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 23:33
    London Paddington
    06:21+1
    Cardiff Central
    6h 48m, Changes required
    Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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  • 23:33
    London Paddington
    08:04+1
    Paris
    8h 31m, Changes required
    Great Western Railway
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London to Cardiff Train Route Details

The London to Cardiff train ticket is from $29.56. The average travel time is 1h 53m, covering a distance of approximately 211 mile. There are usually 18 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,CrossCountry,South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
08:28
Last train
Last train
23:35
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 53m
Distance
Distance
211 mile
Price
Price
$29.56*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway

London to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

London to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains running from London to Cardiff will typically depart from London Paddington and arrive at Cardiff Central. The journey takes around 1h 53m.

Book cheap train tickets from London to Cardiff

Finding cheap train tickets from London to Cardiff 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.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for an affordable price per year, you can unlock incredible savings of up to 33.4% on every ticket for your travels in London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you'll be able to enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super-Off Peak train tickets. It's a fantastic opportunity to make your journeys more affordable and convenient.

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 London to Cardiff 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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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.