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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 6 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 207 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:372h05Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)18:42London Paddington (PAD)£381One-way0 changes- 7:372h07Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)9:44London Paddington (PAD)£721One-way0 changes
- 16:372h05Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)18:42London Paddington (PAD)£381One-way0 changes
- 7:372h07Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)9:44London Paddington (PAD)£721One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 207 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 Paddington (PAD):
A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average £63.
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 37m.
You'll arrive about 1h 1m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 3h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £63 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35202+ Y62358 | 19:04 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h06 | 21:10 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W35437+Y61970 | 20:04 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h05 | 22:09 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| G15051+W45326 | 21:08 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2h03 | 23:11 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
| W35091 · W34530+W43638 | 21:12 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 3h27 | 0:39 London Paddington (PAD) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 14:04. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 14:04 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Paddington (PAD) from £5. 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 Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Paddington (PAD)
Most Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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