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Abergavenny Museum
Local history museum inside the castle grounds, with displays on Abergavenny’s past, people and wider region.
W34615+
G39034
W34679 · C42701+
G38954
C42174+
G38979
C42186 · C42700+
G38979
W35066 · C42309 · C42701+
G38954
W34621+
G39036
W34615+
G39034
C42203 · C42702+
G38987
W35066 · C42309 · C42701+
G38954
W34679 · C42701+
G38954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Abergavenny 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 train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 202 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£60 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Abergavenny trains for tomorrow, Saturday 1 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C42174+ G38979 | 8:15 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h17 | 11:32 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 1 change | |
C42186 · C42700+ G38979 | 8:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h02 | 11:32 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
W34615+ G39034 | 9:13 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h49 | 12:02 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 1 change | |
L79340+ C42260+ G39036 | 9:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h43 | 14:03 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
C82801+ L79345+ C42260+ G39036 | 9:24 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h39 | 14:03 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 3 changes | |
W34679 · C42701+ G38954 | 9:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h59 | 12:29 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
W35066 · C42309 · C42701+ G38954 | 9:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h57 | 12:29 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 3 changes | |
C42175+ G38987 | 10:14 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h18 | 13:32 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 1 change | |
C42203 · C42702+ G38987 | 10:42 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h50 | 13:32 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
W34687 · C42260+ G39036 | 11:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h03 | 14:03 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
W34687 · W34621+ G39036 | 11:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h03 | 14:03 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
W34621+ G39036 | 11:15 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h48 | 14:03 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 1 change | |
C42189 · C42704+ G38956 | 11:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h59 | 14:29 Abergavenny station (AGV) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from London to Abergavenny run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Local history museum inside the castle grounds, with displays on Abergavenny’s past, people and wider region.
Community gallery and creative venue showing contemporary exhibitions, workshops and local arts activity in the town centre.
Artist-run gallery and studio space with changing exhibitions, classes and a friendly focus on local creative talent.
Prominent hill overlooking the town, popular for walking, ruins and broad views across the Black Mountains and valleys.
Riverside and woodland meadow on the Usk, ideal for short walks, birdwatching and quiet time close to the centre.
Pleasant central gardens with open lawns, mature trees and space to relax near the castle and town centre.
Tender lamb from the surrounding hills, usually simply roasted or stewed. It is a staple of Monmouthshire cooking and reflects the area's strong sheep-farming tradition.
A rich fruit loaf baked with tea, dried fruit and spice, then sliced and buttered. It is a classic Welsh tea-time treat found across local cafés and bakeries.
A traditional Welsh cake cooked on a griddle with flour, butter, currants and spice. It is widely eaten in south-east Wales as a homely snack.
Popular bakery and café known for good coffee, breads and brunch. Casual atmosphere and a dependable stop for local produce-led food.
Stylish restaurant and bar serving modern British cooking with local produce. Relaxed but polished atmosphere in central Abergavenny.
Well-regarded gastropub outside town serving seasonal dishes and drinks in a smart, country setting.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms, pub meals and local travel are usually cheaper than major cities, but tourist weekends can raise accommodation and dining prices.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in cafés and taxis, or add a small tip for helpful service.
Trains from London to Abergavenny leave throughout the day, but there are no direct services. All these rail journeys require a change at either Newport or Hereford. The journey time is generally under three hours. There are frequent weekday departures, leaving about every half hour on average from early morning until late evening. Weekend departures are hourly, on average. Overnight journeys, taking up to eight hours, are available.
Great Western Rail (GWR) operates all services from London to Abergavenny. There are no direct services, with passengers required to change at Newport or Hereford. While onboard passengers can expect free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating and locally sourced food and drink.
The fastest weekday journey time between London and Abergavenny is about two and a quarter hours, with one change in Newport. Some weekday daytime journeys can take almost three hours. Late night journeys, travelling overnight, can take almost six hours. Weekend journeys take longer, with journey times of between three hours and almost four hours.
There are up to 25 departures from London to Abergavenny each weekday, with departures about every half hour, with more trains in the morning and late afternoon peak hours. On weekends there are more than 15 services offered, with departures about every hour. On both weekdays and weekends, the first trains leave in the early morning and the last in the late evenings. Some overnight services are available.
Departure train station:London Paddington is where these journeys begin. The station is about two miles from London's West End. The London Underground links directly with the station. Buses stop just outside. Cafes, shops, public wi-fi, toilets, waiting rooms and cash machines are among the many facilities at this large, modernised station.
Arrival train station: Abergavenny Station is the arrival point for these rail journeys. The station has toilets, a waiting room and a cafe. It's located about a mile from the town centre and a bus service is available from just outside the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Abergavenny 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 Abergavenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Abergavenny trains use the London Paddington to Abergavenny station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Abergavenny train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Abergavenny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Auberge Bar & Restaurant, The Hardwick
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Ticket office support is available at Abergavenny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Abergavenny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Abergavenny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Abergavenny: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abergavenny: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Angel Hotel, The Kings Arms Hotel, The Abergavenny Hotel.
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