The average train between Cardiff and Croydon takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Croydon. 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 Cardiff and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Croydon at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Croydon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Cardiff to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Cardiff to Croydon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Cardiff and Croydon is 213.8 km. The road distance is 257 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 6m.
