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Cardiff Central to London train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to London, starting from AU$ 32.90 and averaging AU$ 68.43. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 49m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 32.90
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 44.21
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 44.21
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 35.99
Thu, Aug 7
From AU$ 65.80
Fri, Aug 8
From AU$ 37.32
Sat, Aug 9
From AU$ 35.99

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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

AU$ 32.90*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between Cardiff Central and London, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to London for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff Central to London, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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