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Trip Overview

The average train between Wales and London takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to London. 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 40m
Duration
152 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain train York - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 28m
£32–73

Wales to London train times

Trains run hourly between Wales and London. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:40 PM which arrives into London at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 42m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h 51m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 13m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains1h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h 37m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h 15m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains1h 54m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains1h 54m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wales to London? 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.

Map of how to get from Wales to London.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 151.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Wales, England and London, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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