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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Euston (EUS) 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 Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Euston (EUS) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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 Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Euston (EUS) 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 £38.
Distance: 211 km
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£57 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P22620 | On time 08:20 London Euston (EUS) | 2h17 | 10:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P22621 | On time 08:50 London Euston (EUS) | 2h17 | 11:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P22622 | On time 09:20 London Euston (EUS) | 2h20 | 11:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P22623 | On time 09:48 London Euston (EUS) | 2h22 | 12:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P22624 | On time 10:20 London Euston (EUS) | 2h17 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P22625 | On time 10:48 London Euston (EUS) | 2h28 | 13:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from London Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Euston (EUS) 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 Euston (EUS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Euston (EUS) 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 Euston (EUS) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiShopping
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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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