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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Esher takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Esher. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h
Duration
159 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 59m
£68–120

Cardiff to Esher train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Esher. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Esher at 12:37 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 19m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 4m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 49m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 57m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Esher? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 159.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Esher, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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