Cheap Train Tickets from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
For a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central, advance tickets can be as low as £28.00*, while fares on average are £32.34. To secure the cheapest train ticket, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more affordable options, please refer to our train ticket calendar.
London Paddington to Cardiff Central Live Train Timetable
View rails from London Paddington to Cardiff Central today (27 Jul 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. To obtain further information about trains today or on any other day, please refer to the timetable below.
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Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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06:12 London Paddington | 08:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
07:12 London Paddington | 09:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
08:12 London Paddington | 10:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
09:12 London Paddington | 11:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
10:12 London Paddington | 12:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
11:12 London Paddington | 13:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
12:12 London Paddington | 14:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:12 London Paddington | 15:42 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 30m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
London Paddington to Cardiff Central Train Journey Information
Experience seamless journey planning from London Paddington to Cardiff Central. Explore the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and pricing options to optimise your trip.
First train | 06:12 |
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Last train | 20:48 |
Departure station | London Paddington |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central |
Distance | 208KM |
Journey time | From 2h 27m |
Price | From £28.00 |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Train Stations Information
London Paddington
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Cardiff Central
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London Paddington to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide
Travelling by train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring timely arrivals. For a flawless travel experience, please consult our Train Journey Planner.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central takes approximately 2h 27m. The first train departs at 06:12 and the last train leaves at 20:48. 29 trains run daily from London Paddington to Cardiff Central. Use our Train Journey Planner and Timetable for more details.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
You can travel from London Paddington to Cardiff Central with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is about £32.34, with the cheapest fare at £28.00*. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30. (Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00). Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.
Train Stations
You can start your Cardiff Central train journey from Bristol,Swansea,Bristol Temple Meads,London,London Paddington,Newport (South Wales),Bridgend,or Bristol Parkway Station.
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