Trains to Cardiff Central from London Waterloo East
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:53 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo East | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 29m | |
| Distance | 132 miles (213 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern |
Taking the train from London Waterloo East to Cardiff Central in 3 hours 29 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Waterloo East to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 57 minutes to travel the 132 miles (213 km) from London Waterloo East to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern to Cardiff Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Waterloo East to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cardiff Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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