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Find the best prices from London Waterloo to Cardiff
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London Waterloo to Cardiff, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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London Waterloo to Cardiff Train prices and times
Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 55,21 AUD, with average prices for this route around 74,80 AUD. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:12 London Waterloo | 11:40 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
09:20 London Waterloo | 12:36 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
09:39 London Waterloo | 12:10 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
09:50 London Waterloo | 13:16 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
10:12 London Waterloo | 12:36 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
10:20 London Waterloo | 13:35 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo to Cardiff Train Route Details
First train
05:26
Last train
23:21
Journey time
2 timme 19 minut
Distance
212 km
Price
55,21 AUD*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Cardiff
Season Tickets for frequent travel
Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo 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
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.
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Waterloo to Cardiff, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
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 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 Waterloo to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Waterloo to Cardiff train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Waterloo to Cardiff with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.