Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG)

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

3 h 10 m

Average duration

3 h 20 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayG15008+SoutheasternP89042+South Western RailwayL79398
    10:304h11
    Cardiff Central (CDF)
    14:41London Bridge (LBG)
    £451One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15045+Elizabeth lineC38126+TubeTube from Bond Street (Elizabeth line) to London Bridge
    11:183h10
    Cardiff Central (CDF)
    14:28London Bridge (LBG)
    £461One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35178+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Bridge
    10:183h24
    Cardiff Central (CDF)
    13:42London Bridge (LBG)
    £461One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15008 · G14902+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Bridge
    10:303h24
    Cardiff Central (CDF)
    13:54London Bridge (LBG)
    £471One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15187 · G14903+Elizabeth lineC38119+TubeTube from Bond Street (Elizabeth line) to London Bridge
    11:003h20
    Cardiff Central (CDF)
    14:20London Bridge (LBG)
    £471One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £55.

Distance: 214 km

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Coach

£77

Average Price

£9

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Average total duration

Fastest

2h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 24m

Average total duration

3h 54m

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Live departures

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) train times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG15041+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Bridge
On time
8:18 Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h21
11:39 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34974 · G14899+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Bridge
On time
8:27 Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h24
11:51 London Bridge (LBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34974 · G14899+TubeTube from Bond Street (Elizabeth line) to London Bridge+Elizabeth lineC37926
On time
8:27 Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h23
11:50 London Bridge (LBG)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayW35432+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Bridge
On time
9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h10
12:29 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35432+TubeTube from Bond Street (Elizabeth line) to London Bridge+Elizabeth lineC37974
On time
9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h09
12:28 London Bridge (LBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15006 · G14900+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Bridge
On time
9:28 Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h26
12:54 London Bridge (LBG)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG)

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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 09:49. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
214 km
Average train duration
2h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£55
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 35m
First train
4:14
Last train
9:49
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Bridge (LBG) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£55
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £55, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) covers a distance of 214 km and takes approximately 2h 35m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) is 214 km.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) leaves at 4:14.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) departs at 9:49.
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG).
To get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff Central to London Bridge offers changing landscapes, starting with the scenic Welsh countryside and crossing the iconic River Severn, before transitioning to the urban views as you approach London.
A day trip from Cardiff Central to London Bridge is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 35m and covers 214 km. Trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Bridge (LBG)

Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Bridge (LBG) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Bridge (LBG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in London
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre

Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min

Cardiff Central train station facilities and services

Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.

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