The average train between Watford Junction and Cardiff takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Watford Junction to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Watford Junction and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Queens Park (London) and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford Junction to Cardiff? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Queens Park (London) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Watford Junction to Cardiff train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford Junction to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Watford Junction and Cardiff is 193.5 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Cardiff Central via Queens Park (London), Queen's Park station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 9m.