The average train between Harlow and Cardiff takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Harlow 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 Harlow and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlow is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 57m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Harlow 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 Harlow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harlow station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Harlow to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Paddington station.
Harlow to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Harlow to Cardiff train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harlow and Cardiff is 229.6 km. The road distance is 276 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m.