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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross21:202h26Cardiff Central (CDF)23:46London Kings Cross (KGX)£281One-way1 change- W35200+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross17:502h29Cardiff Central (CDF)20:19London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way1 change
- W35202+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross19:182h27Cardiff Central (CDF)21:45London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way1 change
- W35437+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross20:182h26Cardiff Central (CDF)22:44London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way1 change
- W35198+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross17:182h33Cardiff Central (CDF)19:51London Kings Cross (KGX)£341One-way1 change
- W35196+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross16:502h21Cardiff Central (CDF)19:11London Kings Cross (KGX)£371One-way1 change
- W35435+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross16:212h22Cardiff Central (CDF)18:43London Kings Cross (KGX)£401One-way1 change
- G15051+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross21:202h26Cardiff Central (CDF)23:46London Kings Cross (KGX)£281One-way1 change
- W35437+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross20:182h26Cardiff Central (CDF)22:44London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way1 change
- W35202+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross19:182h27Cardiff Central (CDF)21:45London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 212 km
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2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W35432+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h31 | 11:50 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G15043+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 9:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h27 | 12:16 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W35178+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 10:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h23 | 12:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G15044+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 10:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h29 | 13:19 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G15045+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 11:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h22 | 13:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W35182+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 11:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h25 | 14:15 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 16:50. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 7:27 |
Last train 16:50 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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