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London Waterloo to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo to Cardiff Central, starting from €42.38 and averaging €42.38. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 19 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:40 2 hours 26 minutes, Direct London Waterloo	17:06 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:12 2 hours 24 minutes, Direct London Waterloo	17:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:42 2 hours 23 minutes, Direct London Waterloo	18:05 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:12 2 hours 25 minutes, Direct London Waterloo	18:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:42 2 hours 28 minutes, Direct London Waterloo	19:10 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:12 2 hours 24 minutes, Direct London Waterloo	19:36 Paris	Find Tickets

London Waterloo to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

06:07

Last train

23:59

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

2 hours 19 minutes

Distance

213 km

Price

€42.38*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Cardiff Central

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo and Cardiff Central 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

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

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Cardiff Central 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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