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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price on 24 Oct
£65
Average ticket price on 24 Oct
£69
Fastest journey on 24 Oct
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 24 Oct
2 h 27 m
Trains on 24 Oct
30
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.
W35191+
Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo14:412h39Cardiff Central (CDF)17:20London Waterloo (WAT)£651One-way1 change- C42293+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo14:212h29Cardiff Central (CDF)16:50London Waterloo (WAT)£651One-way1 change
- W35174+
L806718:513h40Cardiff Central (CDF)12:31London Waterloo (WAT)£681One-way1 change - W35199+L8083417:184h16Cardiff Central (CDF)21:34London Waterloo (WAT)£681One-way1 change
- C42262+L7942112:303h46Cardiff Central (CDF)16:16London Waterloo (WAT)£681One-way1 change
- W35172+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo8:232h26Cardiff Central (CDF)10:49London Waterloo (WAT)£701One-way1 change
- W35195+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo16:232h26Cardiff Central (CDF)18:49London Waterloo (WAT)£701One-way1 change
- C42291+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo13:202h28Cardiff Central (CDF)15:48London Waterloo (WAT)£701One-way1 change
- W35184+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo12:202h28Cardiff Central (CDF)14:48London Waterloo (WAT)£701One-way1 change
- W35174+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo8:512h29Cardiff Central (CDF)11:20London Waterloo (WAT)£701One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 7:27 |
Last train 20:20 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) trip
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15041+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 8:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h32 | 10:50 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| W34974+L79375 | On time 8:27 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 12:16 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15042+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 8:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h34 | 11:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| W35432+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 9:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h37 | 11:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15043+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 9:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h33 | 12:22 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15043+L80688 | On time 9:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h18 | 13:07 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| W35178+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 10:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h29 | 12:47 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15044+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 10:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h35 | 13:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| W35198+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 17:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h39 | 19:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| W35200+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 17:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h35 | 20:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15050+L80842 | On time 18:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h19 | 21:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15050+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 18:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h37 | 20:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
| G15022 · W34523+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 18:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h19 | 21:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
| W35202+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo | On time 19:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h33 | 21:51 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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