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Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East, starting from OMR 16.840 and averaging OMR 18.690. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 46 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:20 3 hours 4 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	00:24 +1 London Waterloo East		Find Tickets
23:11 8 hours 9 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:20 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East Train Route Details

First train

08:50

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

London Waterloo East

Journey time

2 hours 46 minutes

Distance

213 km

Price

OMR 16.840*

Train operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Cardiff Central and London Waterloo East, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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