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Cardiff Queen Street to London Paddington train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Queen Street to London Paddington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €22.69, with average prices for this route around €38.83. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Tue, Sep 2
From €37.34
Wed, Sep 3
From €37.34
Thu, Sep 4
From €22.69
Fri, Sep 5
From €37.34
Sat, Sep 6
From €37.34
Sun, Sep 7
From €37.34
Mon, Sep 8
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
14:42 Cardiff Queen Street	16:41 London Paddington	1h 59m, No direct	Find Tickets
15:04 Cardiff Queen Street	17:10 London Paddington	2h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
15:42 Cardiff Queen Street	17:42 London Paddington	2h, No direct	Find Tickets
16:07 Cardiff Queen Street	18:13 London Paddington	2h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
16:37 Cardiff Queen Street	18:41 London Paddington	2h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:04 Cardiff Queen Street	19:14 Paris	2h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Queen Street to London Paddington train route details

First train

00:29

Last train

23:13

Departure station

Cardiff Queen Street

Arrival station

London Paddington

Journey time

1h 59m

Distance

130 miles

Price

€22.69*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Cardiff Queen Street and London Paddington 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 Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

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 Paddington. 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 Paddington 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Queen Street to London Paddington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Paddington 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Queen Street to London Paddington 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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