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National Museum Cardiff
Wales's national art museum with paintings, sculpture and natural history displays. A strong choice for a broad cultural visit in central Cardiff.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£86
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 4 m
Trains on 18 Sept
34
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wales will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from London to Wales you need to make at least one change.
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P24396Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 218 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£43 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wales:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wales costing on average £43.
A coach is £96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Wales costing on average £106.
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Coach takes on average 3h 43m.
The journey is about 1h 19m faster (2h 1m by train vs 3h 20m by car) and roughly £10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£43 vs £53). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Wales trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C21769+ G89407 | On time 8:03 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h55 | 10:58 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
C21769+ G89407 | On time 8:03 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h58 | 11:01 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
W04522+ G89410 | On time 9:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h05 | 11:23 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
W04522+ G89410 | On time 9:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h01 | 11:19 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
G80173+ G89412 | On time 9:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h32 | 12:19 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
G80173+ G89412 | On time 9:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h36 | 12:23 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
W70961+ G89411 | On time 10:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h55 | 12:57 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
W70961+ G89411 | On time 10:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h52 | 12:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
W70967+ G89414 | On time 11:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h55 | 13:57 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
W70967+ G89414 | On time 11:02 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h52 | 13:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
W04527+ G89419 | On time 12:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h19 | 14:19 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
G08076+ G89403 | 6:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h23 | 8:23 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
G08076+ G89403 | 6:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h19 | 8:19 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to Wales run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Wales — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wales trip today.
Wales's national art museum with paintings, sculpture and natural history displays. A strong choice for a broad cultural visit in central Cardiff.
Open-air museum of Welsh historic buildings, crafts and daily life in St Fagans. Ideal for understanding Welsh culture through reconstructed sites.
Waterfront museum covering Cardiff's docklands history, migration and industry. A useful stop for understanding the city's multicultural past.
Lively waterfront area with shops, public spaces, walking routes and bay views. A popular place for a relaxed urban stroll in Cardiff.
Historic promenade beneath Llandudno's limestone headland. Come for sea views, the pier, easy walks and classic resort architecture.
Victorian shopping arcades with independent shops, elegant details and covered walkways. A charming central Cardiff area to explore on foot.
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth or stew of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables, long valued as a hearty farmhouse meal.
Welsh rarebit is hot savoury cheese sauce, often with ale and mustard, grilled on toast. It is a classic pub and supper dish across Wales.
Glamorgan sausage is a traditional meat-free Welsh sausage made with Caerphilly cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs, especially associated with south Wales.
Stylish Cardiff dining room serving modern Welsh tasting menus with seasonal local produce in a refined but relaxed setting.
Established Menai Bridge restaurant focused on local Welsh ingredients and seafood, with polished cooking and waterside charm nearby.
Well-known Swansea market stall and café celebrated for fresh Welsh seafood, especially cockles and laverbread, in a casual setting.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are often cheaper than London, but tourist areas and peak seasons raise hotel, food and rail costs.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Newport Bus Station -> Newport city centre
The route for trains from London to Wales in Yorkshire is served by Virgin East Coast Trains, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, East Midland Trains and Northern rail. Each provider operates multiple and frequent services, with the first train departing from London Kings Cross Station at 5:30 a.m. and the last train leaving for Kiverton Bridge, Wales at 11:30 p.m. Journey time is approximately two hours for services that require passengers to change once, while on services with two changes, the journey time increases to three hours.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Wales trains use the London St Pancras International to Kiveton Park station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wales train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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.
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