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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £67
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £67
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 2 h 14 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 2 h 15 m
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
To travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) you need to make at least one change.
C01228+
Y628369:31 2h21 London Paddington (PAD) 11:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change- C50048+Y62797
8:31 2h21 London Paddington (PAD) 10:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C01227+Y62824
10:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 12:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C01226+Y62819
11:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 13:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C50047+Y62832
12:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 14:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change
- C01227+Y62824
10:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 12:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C01226+Y62819
11:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 13:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C50047+Y62832
12:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 14:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C00183+Y62833
13:38 2h14 London Paddington (PAD) 15:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change - C01228+Y62836
9:31 2h21 London Paddington (PAD) 11:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) £67 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 6:48 |
Last train 19:45 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about your London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trip
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trains for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34605+Y61806 | On time 6:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 8:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34609+Y61782 | On time 7:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 9:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| V26179+G38739 | On time 8:13 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h22 | 10:35 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34615 · C48910 · C42701+W43996 | On time 9:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h38 | 12:26 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 3 changes | |
| C42175+Y61804 | On time 10:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 12:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34621+Y61784 | On time 11:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 13:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34692 · W34623+W44441 | On time 12:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h30 | 14:30 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34625+Y61886 | On time 12:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 14:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| C42176+Y61851 | On time 13:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 15:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34631+Y61881 | On time 14:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 16:51 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34635+Y61836 | On time 15:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 17:51 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34636+Y61839 | On time 16:16 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h05 | 18:21 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W35420+Y61844 | On time 16:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 18:51 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| C42177+Y61864 | On time 17:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 19:21 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| C42179+Y61867 | On time 18:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 20:21 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| C42180+Y61884 | On time 18:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 20:51 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34647+G38779 | On time 19:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h14 | 21:32 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| C42181+Y61843 | On time 19:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 21:51 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
| W34650+V25299 | On time 20:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h06 | 22:54 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train
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Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Most London Paddington (PAD) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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