The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP)
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) you need to make at least one change.
W35164+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International6:203h15Cardiff Central (CDF)9:35London St Pancras International (STP)£611One-way1 change
W35172+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International8:233h12Cardiff Central (CDF)11:35London St Pancras International (STP)£651One-way1 change
W35168+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International7:183h18Cardiff Central (CDF)10:36London St Pancras International (STP)£651One-way1 change
C42289+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International9:193h16Cardiff Central (CDF)12:35London St Pancras International (STP)£701One-way1 change
C42290+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International10:203h15Cardiff Central (CDF)13:35London St Pancras International (STP)£701One-way1 change
W35172+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International8:233h12Cardiff Central (CDF)11:35London St Pancras International (STP)£651One-way1 change
W35164+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International6:203h15Cardiff Central (CDF)9:35London St Pancras International (STP)£611One-way1 change
C42290+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International10:203h15Cardiff Central (CDF)13:35London St Pancras International (STP)£701One-way1 change
C42289+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International9:193h16Cardiff Central (CDF)12:35London St Pancras International (STP)£701One-way1 change
W35168+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International7:183h18Cardiff Central (CDF)10:36London St Pancras International (STP)£651One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 211 km
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W35164+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 6:20 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h15 | 9:35 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C42300+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ G00845 | 6:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h51 | 10:31 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 changes | |
GW075100 · V80518+ G38946+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 6:43 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 10:21 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3 changes | |
W35168+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 7:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h18 | 10:36 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
GW074700 · V80520+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ G00937 | 7:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h37 | 11:22 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3 changes | |
G00937+ W35224+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 7:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h44 | 11:29 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 changes | |
W35172+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 8:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h12 | 11:35 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
W35226+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ G66713 | 8:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h44 | 12:29 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 changes | |
GW074300 · W35177+ G66713+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 8:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h34 | 12:19 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3 changes | |
C42289+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h16 | 12:35 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
W35228+ G00892+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 9:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h44 | 13:29 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 changes | |
C42290+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 10:20 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h15 | 13:35 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP)
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 16:50. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 16:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London St Pancras International (STP) from £7. 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 St Pancras International (STP) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and London St Pancras International (STP)
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139



