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London to Cardiff Bay (Water) trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between London and Cardiff Bay (Water) takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is an hourly train service from London to Cardiff Bay (Water). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 31m
Duration
147 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 15m
£66–121

London to Cardiff Bay (Water) train times

Trains run hourly between London and Cardiff Bay (Water). The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Cardiff Bay (Water) at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 146.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between London, England and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m.

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