The average train between Cardiff and Hanwell takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Hanwell. 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 Hanwell. 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 Hanwell at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hanwell. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Hanwell station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Cardiff to Hanwell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Hanwell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Cardiff to Hanwell train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Cardiff and Hanwell is 197 km. The road distance is 244 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.