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London Paddington to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Paddington to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 219.21, with average prices for this route around SAR 167.71. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • الثلاثاء, 15 يوليو
    From SAR 236.85
  • الأربعاء, 16 يوليو
    From SAR 236.85
  • الخميس, 17 يوليو
    From SAR 236.85
  • الجمعة, 18 يوليو
    From SAR 236.85
  • السبت, 19 يوليو
    From SAR 219.21
  • الأحد, 20 يوليو
    From SAR 297.32
  • الاثنين, 21 يوليو
    From SAR 236.85
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:23
London Paddington
08:05
Cardiff Central
2h 42m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:48
London Paddington
08:39
Cardiff Central
1h 51m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:12
London Paddington
09:08
Cardiff Central
1h 56m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:48
London Paddington
09:35
Cardiff Central
1h 47m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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08:18
London Paddington
10:09
Cardiff Central
1h 51m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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08:48
London Paddington
10:37
Paris
1h 49m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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London Paddington to Cardiff Central 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 Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 43m
Distance
Distance
208 km
Price
Price
SAR 219.21*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Cardiff Central

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

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

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

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 Paddington to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 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 Central, 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 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.

London Paddington to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

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