Trains from Cardiff to London from $35.90*

Trains from Cardiff to London from $35.90*

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Cardiff to London Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to London? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $35.90, with average prices for this route around $120.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Oct 7
    Mon
    From $36.75
  • Oct 8
    Tue
    From $36.75
  • Oct 9
    Wed
    From $36.75
  • Oct 10
    Thu
    From $36.75
  • Oct 11
    Fri
    From $35.90
  • Oct 12
    Sat
    From $36.75
  • Oct 13
    Sun
    From $36.75
  • 05:07
    Cardiff Central
    07:16
    London Paddington
    2h 9m, 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 $35.90. 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
05:07
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
$35.90*
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

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Cardiff to London by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Cardiff to London ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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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.