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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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 Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) 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: 210 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
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£65 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:11 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h35 | 21:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 05:28 London Victoria (VIC) | 3h12 | 08:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:55 London Victoria (VIC) | 3h12 | 10:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:16 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h20 | 11:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:16 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h20 | 15:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:46 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h19 | 17:05 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 21:09 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) 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 - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- 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 - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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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