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London Waterloo East to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo East to Cardiff, starting from €42.04 and averaging €43.94. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 29 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	Find Tickets
08:56 2 hours 44 minutes, Direct London Waterloo East	11:40 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:04 3 hours 32 minutes, Changes required London Waterloo East	12:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:23 2 hours 47 minutes, Direct London Waterloo East	12:10 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:25 2 hours 45 minutes, Changes required London Waterloo East	12:10 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:34 3 hours 42 minutes, Changes required London Waterloo East	13:16 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:56 2 hours 40 minutes, Direct London Waterloo East	12:36 Paris	Find Tickets

London Waterloo East to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

05:10

Last train

23:34

Departure station

London Waterloo East

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

2 hours 29 minutes

Distance

212 km

Price

€42.04*

Train operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo East and Cardiff on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

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

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo East to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo East to Cardiff, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 London Waterloo East to Cardiff 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Waterloo East to Cardiff train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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