Trains from Cardiff to London from $27.68*

Trains from Cardiff to London from $27.68*

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Cardiff to London Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to London, starting from $27.68 and averaging $36.63. 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.

  • Mon, Dec 23
    From $27.68
  • Tue, Dec 24
    From $35.22
  • Wed, Dec 25
    From $35.22
  • Thu, Dec 26
    From $35.22
  • Fri, Dec 27
    From $35.22
  • Sat, Dec 28
    From $35.22
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05:07
Cardiff Central
07:16
London Paddington
2h 9m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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05:54
Cardiff Central
07:44
London Paddington
1h 50m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:24
Cardiff Central
08:16
London Paddington
1h 52m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:51
Cardiff Central
08:46
London Paddington
1h 55m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:23
Cardiff Central
09:12
London Paddington
1h 49m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:49
Cardiff Central
09:44
Paris
1h 55m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Cardiff to London Train Route Details

The Cardiff to London train ticket is from $27.68. The average travel time is 1h 47m, covering a distance of approximately 211 km. There are usually 34 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,Transport for Wales. 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
23:34
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 47m
Distance
Distance
211 km
Price
Price
$27.68*

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.

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Cardiff and London on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? If so, it's highly recommended to consider getting Season Tickets. This ticket provides you with the convenience of unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains without worrying about individual ticket bookings. By opting for a Season Ticket, you can save yourself from the hassle of repeatedly purchasing tickets and avoid incurring unnecessary additional costs. It's a cost-effective and time-saving solution for your frequent journeys between Cardiff and London.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

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.