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Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £128.
Distance: 208 km
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£132 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 208 km distance in 1h 44m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Distance 208 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:33 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
£128
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) 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, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £128, while the average price tends to be around £132.
The train journey from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) covers a distance of 208 km and takes approximately 1h 44m. Trains run 25 per day.
The train distance from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) is 208 km.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) leaves at 5:23.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) departs at 23:33.
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) run approximately 25 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station). The service operates 15 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) is by coach, costing approximately £29.
Booking trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Paddington to Cardiff Central Station is moderately scenic, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of the Thames Valley and along the Severn Estuary.
Yes, a day trip from London Paddington to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) is feasible. The journey takes 1h 44m and the distance is 208 km. Trains run 50 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station).
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Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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Cardiff
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- 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
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transport options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
Most popular train connections from London Paddington (PAD)
Most popular trains to and from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and London Paddington (PAD)
Most popular train connections to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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