The average train between Big Ben and Cardiff takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Big Ben to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Big Ben and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Big Ben is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Westminster station and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Big Ben to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Big Ben station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Big Ben to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Paddington station.
Big Ben to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between Big Ben and Cardiff is 211.5 km. The road distance is 241 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m.
