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Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street, starting from €42.42 and averaging €42.42. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 24m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
15:04 Cardiff Queen Street	17:36 London Liverpool Street	2h 32m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
15:42 Cardiff Queen Street	18:08 London Liverpool Street	2h 26m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:07 Cardiff Queen Street	18:40 London Liverpool Street	2h 33m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:37 Cardiff Queen Street	19:08 London Liverpool Street	2h 31m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:04 Cardiff Queen Street	19:40 London Liverpool Street	2h 36m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:37 Cardiff Queen Street	20:10 Paris	2h 33m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street train route details

First train

00:29

Last train

23:13

Departure station

Cardiff Queen Street

Arrival station

London Liverpool Street

Journey time

2h 24m

Distance

133 miles

Price

€42.42*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between Cardiff Queen Street and London Liverpool Street, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast 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.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street 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 travelling from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Queen Street to London Liverpool Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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