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London Paddington to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Paddington to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 225,73 kr, with average prices for this route around 429,32 kr. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • fre, 11 juli
  • lör, 12 juli
    From 298,60 kr
  • sön, 13 juli
    From 225,73 kr
  • mån, 14 juli
    From 240,56 kr
  • tis, 15 juli
    From 256,68 kr
  • ons, 16 juli
    From 374,06 kr
  • tors, 17 juli
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:23
London Paddington
08:05
Cardiff Central
2h 42m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:15
London Paddington
08:39
Cardiff Central
2h 24m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:28
London Paddington
09:21
Cardiff Central
2h 53m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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06:30
London Paddington
09:25
Cardiff Central
2h 55m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:12
London Paddington
09:35
Cardiff Central
2h 23m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:29
London Paddington
10:16
Paris
2h 47m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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London Paddington to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:23
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
London Paddington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
2h 18m
Distance
Distance
208 km
Price
Price
225,73 kr*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Cardiff

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Paddington and Cardiff 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

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Paddington to Cardiff 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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Paddington to Cardiff 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%

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 London Paddington to Cardiff, 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%

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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Paddington to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Paddington to Cardiff 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.