Cardiff Central (CDF) to London train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

€68

Average price

€72

Fastest journey

2 h 38 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

211 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London without transferring at least once.

Great Western RailGW168300 · L23184
10:55AM3h17
Cardiff Central (CDF)
02:12PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
681One-way
1 transfer
Great Western RailGW168500 · L23183
09:55AM3h18
Cardiff Central (CDF)
01:13PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
731One-way
1 transfer
Great Western RailGW168700 · L23182
08:55AM3h18
Cardiff Central (CDF)
12:13PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
731One-way
1 transfer
Transport for WalesAW761900+Great Western RailL23183
10:35AM2h38
Cardiff Central (CDF)
01:13PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
731One-way
1 transfer
Transport for WalesAW762200+Great Western RailL23182
09:35AM2h38
Cardiff Central (CDF)
12:13PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
731One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 211 km

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Bus

€61

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

3h 50m

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30m

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National Express

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Live departures

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:35 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transport_for_walesAW762300+great_westernL231808:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
2h39
11:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
great_westernGW168700 · L231828:55 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h18
12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
transport_for_walesAW762200+great_westernL231829:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
2h38
12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
great_westernGW168500 · L231839:55 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h18
1:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
transport_for_walesAW761900+great_westernL2318310:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
2h38
1:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer

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Why should you book Cardiff Central (CDF) to London trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London

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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:47, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 1h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance
211 km
Average train duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 49m
First train
06:47
Last train
21:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
€31
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
€140
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London is €61; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London is 1h 49m to travel the 211 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London leaves at 6:47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London leaves at 9:20 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London with Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London, you can count on Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 49m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London

Cardiff
London
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
  • Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
  • Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

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