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- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 210 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Victoria (VIC):
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average £59.
Other travel options to London Victoria (VIC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 50m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 3h 50m versus 3h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus, National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 16:30. The fastest coach covers the 210 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 16:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Victoria (VIC) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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