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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Bridge (LBG) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 ferry which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 214 km
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2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:03 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h34 | 09:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:28 London Bridge (LBG) | 2h49 | 13:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 11:47. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 07:33 |
Last train 11:47 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Bridge (LBG) and Cardiff Central (CDF) 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: London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Bridge (LBG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Bridge (LBG) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:00 Saturday 04:45 - 01:00 Sunday 05:25 - 01:00 Ticket office is located on the lower level concourse.
- Type of shops available: Various shops, cafes and restaurants
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift
- Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets can be located on the lower concourse. A Changing Place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Bridge. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, shower facility, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The facility is located on the on the upper concourse and can be accessed from an accessible lift on the lower concourse, at street level or via a lift on the London Underground. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the Changing Place room, please speak to a member of staff, contact our control centre on 02072341108 or press one of our assistance help points throughout the station so we can help you gain access. Changing Places is a campaign on behalf of people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets and are usually more spacious, fitted with advanced equipment and provide the user with a private, comfortable and hygienic space.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in Station Approach.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
- Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- 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)
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