Trains to London Paddington from Cardiff Bay
| First train | 05:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:54 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Bay | |
| Arrival station | London Paddington | |
| Journey time | From 2h 13m | |
| Distance | 129 miles (207 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Take the train from Cardiff Bay to London Paddington in 2 hours 13 minutes
If you want to travel from Cardiff Bay to London Paddington by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cardiff Bay to London Paddington by train to take around 4 hours 7 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 33 trains per day running on this route, which spans 129 miles (207 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to London Paddington. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Cardiff Bay to London Paddington are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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The price of train tickets from Cardiff Bay to London Paddington starts at one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
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