London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western Railway
    10:442h46
    London Victoria (VIC)
    13:30Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
    £601One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

The cheapest option from London Victoria to Cardiff Queen Street is coach, with an average price of £8. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from London Victoria to Cardiff Queen Street among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 210 km

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Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Great Western Railway10:44 London Victoria (VIC)
2h46
13:30 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from London Victoria to Cardiff Queen Street, including direct trains, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 10:44, the last at 12:16. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 2h 36m.

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 £7
Distance
210 km
Average train duration
2h 20m
Lowest ticket price
£60
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 36m
First train
10:44
Last train
12:16
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £7

Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
Average Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£60
Great Western Railway frequency
7 a day
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
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Queen Street (CDQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is 210 km.
The first train from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) leaves at 10:44.
The last train from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) departs at 12:16.
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
To get from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).
Booking trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Victoria to Cardiff Queen Street offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and the River Severn crossing, which adds a scenic element to the trip.
Yes, you can take the train from London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ).

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Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

Most London Victoria (VIC) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trains use the London Paddington to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Cardiff
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · £2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · £2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · £2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · £4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · £2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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 London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: 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.

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