Trains from Cardiff to London Paddington from $36.65*

Trains from Cardiff to London Paddington from $36.65*

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Cardiff to London Paddington Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to London Paddington, starting from $36.65 and averaging $120.59. 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.

  • Oct 8
    Tue
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    Wed
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    Thu
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    Fri
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    Sat
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  • Oct 14
    Mon
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  • 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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  • 06:53
    Cardiff Central
    08:46
    London Paddington
    1h 53m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 07:23
    Cardiff Central
    09:13
    London Paddington
    1h 50m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 07:55
    Cardiff Central
    09:44
    Paris
    1h 49m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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Cardiff to London Paddington Train Route Details

The Cardiff to London Paddington train ticket is from $36.65. The average travel time is 1h 47m, covering a distance of approximately 208 mile. There are usually 33 daily trains provided by Great 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
208 mile
Price
Price
$36.65*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway

Cardiff to London Paddington Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to London Paddington Train Travel Guide

Arriving in London Paddington

With a journey time as short as 1h 47m, you can reach London Paddington from Cardiff, with an average of 33 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London Paddington

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London Paddington. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to London Paddington. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Cardiff to London Paddington ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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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.