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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Cardigan
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cardigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cardigan will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Cardigan every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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 train for London to Cardigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Cardigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 318 km
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4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Cardigan train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cardigan trains for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:48 London | 4h33 | 17:21 Cardigan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Cardigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Cardigan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Cardigan trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Cardigan from £74. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
Trains from London to Cardigan
Although there are no direct trains from London to Cardigan, it is easily possible to reach this pretty town and gateway to the spectacular Cardigan Bay by rail and local bus. Train journeys from London Paddington to Carmarthen take approximately four hours, and trains from London Euston to Aberystwyth take around five hours. Local TrawsCymru bus services leaves from Stand 7 in Aberystwyth and journeys to Cardigan take less than two hours, while bus 460 runs from Carmarthen to Cardigan.
Which train companies travel from London to Cardigan?
Trains from Paddington to Camarthen are operated by Great Western and Arriva, and travellers need to change at Swansea Station. Rail journeys from Euston to Aberystwth require a change at Birmingham New Street, and this scenic, direct service from Birmingham to Aberystwthy is operated by Transport for Wales.
How long is the train from London to Cardigan?
Passengers travelling from London Paddington to Carmarthen can anticipate journey times of around four hours, and can then travel the 25 miles to Cardigan by local bus or taxi. Passengers travelling from Euston to Aberystwth can take any train to Birmingham and then take a direct journey to Aberystwyth, with trip times of around three hours. Local taxis or buses can be used to travel the 38-mile journey from Aberystwyth to Cardigan.
How many trains are there from London to Cardigan?
There are five trains from London to Carmarthen on weekdays and four at weekends. The local 460 bus operates regular services from Carmarthen to Cardigan throughout the week; however, services are less frequent on Saturdays, and there are no buses from Carmarthen to Cardigan on Sundays. Arriva operate trains from Euston to Aberystwyth and there are 2 services on weekdays but only one train on Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Cardigan?
Departure train station: Passengers travelling from London to Cardigan can depart from Paddington Station or Euston Station. Paddington Train Station is in the W2 area of London, and it's easily accessed by local buses or Underground services. The station amenities include free WiFi, left luggage and accessible toilets. London Euston Railway Station is a major transport hub, and it's located on both the Northern and Victoria Underground lines. There is a bus station at the front of Euston Railway Station and drop-off points for cars and cabs. The station features a number of retail outlets and amenities include luggage trolleys, photo booths, waiting rooms, ATMs, cafes and bars.
Arrival train station: Passengers arrive at either Carmarthen or Aberystwth Railway Stations. Carmarthen train station features payphones, refreshment facilities and shops, with toilets located on Platform 1. Aberystwyth train station features accessible toilets, baby changing facilities and waiting rooms, and it's located in the centre of the town.
FAQs: London to Cardigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cardigan 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 Cardigan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Cardigan
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- 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
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- 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.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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