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Cardiff to London Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 98.09, with average prices for this route around NZD 75.92.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Wed, Sep 3
From NZD 142.92
Thu, Sep 4
From NZD 116.34
Fri, Sep 5
From NZD 116.34
Sat, Sep 6
From NZD 107.22
Sun, Sep 7
From NZD 134.59
Mon, Sep 8
From NZD 107.22
Tue, Sep 9
From NZD 98.09

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
07:23 Cardiff Central	09:12 London Paddington	1h 49m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Cardiff Central	11:44 Vauxhall	4h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:49 Cardiff Central	09:44 London Paddington	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:18 Cardiff Central	10:14 London Paddington	1h 56m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:37 Cardiff Central	10:36 London Paddington	1h 59m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:19 Cardiff Central	11:20 Paris	2h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to London Train Route Details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

London

Journey time

1h 47m

Distance

211 km

Price

NZD 98.09*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Cardiff and London on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to London during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to London, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to London train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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