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Cardiff to London Paddington Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to London Paddington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 7.180, with average prices for this route around KWD 12.450. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 17.740
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 21.000
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From KWD 21.040
  • Tue, Jun 24
    From KWD 22.690
  • Wed, Jun 25
    From KWD 8.870
  • Thu, Jun 26
    From KWD 7.180
  • Fri, Jun 27
    From KWD 19.390
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:14
Cardiff Central
07:14
London Paddington
2h 0m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:20
Cardiff Central
08:11
London Paddington
1h 51m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:30
Cardiff Central
09:05
London Paddington
2h 35m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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07:18
Cardiff Central
09:14
London Paddington
1h 56m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:50
Cardiff Central
09:44
London Paddington
1h 54m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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08:23
Cardiff Central
10:13
Paris
1h 50m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Cardiff to London Paddington Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
22:47
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Paddington
Journey time
Journey time
1h 50m
Distance
Distance
130 miles
Price
Price
KWD 7.180*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Cardiff and London Paddington 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

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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to London Paddington. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 Cardiff to London Paddington 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 Cardiff to London Paddington, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to London Paddington ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff to London Paddington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to London Paddington Train Ticket Types

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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%.