The average train between Eltham and Cardiff takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Eltham 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 Eltham and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Eltham is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Eltham to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Cardiff. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Eltham to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.
Eltham to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Eltham and Cardiff is 223.9 km. The road distance is 254 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 51m.