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London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill by train

First train

04:23

Last train

23:45

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Lisvane & Thornhill

Journey time

From 2h 12m

Distance

129 miles (208 km)

Frequency

39 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill? Look no further.

You'll usually find 39 trains per day running between London Paddington and Lisvane & Thornhill, which usually take 4 hours 7 minutes to complete the 129 miles (208 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Lisvane & Thornhill by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Lisvane & Thornhill? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill take?

The average journey time by train between London Paddington and Lisvane & Thornhill is 4 hours and 7 minutes, with around 39 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between London Paddington and Lisvane & Thornhill by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill?

No, there are no direct train services from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill. Travelling from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill leave?

The first train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill leaves at 04:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill leave?

The last train from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill leaves at 23:45. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between London Paddington and Lisvane & Thornhill by train?

Trains travelling from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill cover a distance of around 129 miles (208 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Lisvane & Thornhill to London Paddington.

Cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Lisvane & Thornhill

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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