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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€74
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 18
34
Distance
211 km
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 €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 34 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London, including 30 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W352005:50 PM1h54Cardiff Central (CDF)7:44 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€391One-way0 transfers- W351964:50 PM1h51Cardiff Central (CDF)6:41 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€421One-way0 transfers
- W351985:18 PM1h58Cardiff Central (CDF)7:16 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€421One-way0 transfers
- W354354:21 PM1h52Cardiff Central (CDF)6:13 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€421One-way0 transfers
- G150506:18 PM1h56Cardiff Central (CDF)8:14 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€421One-way0 transfers
- G150482:54 PM1h47Cardiff Central (CDF)4:41 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€731One-way0 transfers
- W351677:23 AM1h49Cardiff Central (CDF)9:12 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)€1261One-way0 transfers
- W351943:54 PM1h50Cardiff Central (CDF)5:44 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€631One-way0 transfers
- W351964:50 PM1h51Cardiff Central (CDF)6:41 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€421One-way0 transfers
- W351882:18 PM1h51Cardiff Central (CDF)4:09 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a train costs an average of €74.
Distance: 211 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London:
A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London costing on average €74.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35431 | On time 5:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h09 | 7:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35161 | On time 5:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h51 | 7:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15040 | On time 6:24 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h52 | 8:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15001+ L79353 | On time 6:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h52 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W35166 | On time 6:51 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35167 | On time 7:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h49 | 9:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15003+L79364 | On time 7:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 11:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W35169 | On time 7:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h55 | 9:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15041 | On time 8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h56 | 10:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15042 | On time 8:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h58 | 10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35432 | On time 9:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h01 | 11:20 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15043 | On time 9:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h57 | 11:46 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35178 | On time 10:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h53 | 12:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15044 | On time 10:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 12:49 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15045 | On time 11:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h52 | 1:10 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35182 | On time 11:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h55 | 1:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15046 | On time 12:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 2:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15047 | On time 12:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 2:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35434 | On time 1:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 3:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35187 | On time 1:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 3:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35188 | On time 2:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h51 | 4:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15048 | On time 2:54 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h47 | 4:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15049 | On time 3:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 5:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35194 | On time 3:54 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h50 | 5:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35435 | On time 4:21 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h52 | 6:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35196 | On time 4:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h51 | 6:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35198 | On time 5:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h58 | 7:16 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35200 | On time 5:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 7:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15050 | On time 6:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h56 | 8:14 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15022 · W34523 | On time 6:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h38 | 9:08 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W35202 | On time 7:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h52 | 9:10 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35437 | On time 8:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h51 | 10:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15051 | On time 9:20 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h51 | 11:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35091 · W34530 | On time 9:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h09 | 12:39 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 4 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 4 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 4 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminal 4. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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