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Cardiff Central to London train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as € 18.34, with average prices for this route around € 38.15.

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

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Sun, Aug 3
From € 18.34
Mon, Aug 4
From € 24.65
Tue, Aug 5
From € 24.65
Wed, Aug 6
From € 20.06
Thu, Aug 7
From € 36.68
Fri, Aug 8
From € 20.81
Sat, Aug 9
From € 20.06

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
09:00 Cardiff Central	10:50 London Paddington	1h 50m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:33 Cardiff Central	11:27 London Paddington	1h 54m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:20 Cardiff Central	12:10 London Paddington	1h 50m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:20 Cardiff Central	13:09 London Paddington	1h 49m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:25 Cardiff Central	13:59 London Paddington	2h 34m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:20 Cardiff Central	14:09 Paris	1h 49m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to London train route details

First train

09:00

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

London

Journey time

1h 49m

Distance

212 km

Price

€ 18.34*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Cardiff Central and London, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff Central to London, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to London ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to London train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to London with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Cardiff Central to London train prices and times

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