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Trip Overview

The average train between Plumstead and Cardiff takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is an hourly train service from Plumstead 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.

2h 53m
Duration
158 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plumstead to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Plumstead and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plumstead is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Woolwich Dockyard and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 42m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 42m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 42m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 42m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 42m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 43m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plumstead 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.

Map of how to get from Plumstead to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 157.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Plumstead, Greater London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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