The average train between Woolwich and Cardiff takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Woolwich 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 Woolwich and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Woolwich is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Woolwich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Woolwich station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Woolwich to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Woolwich to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Woolwich to Cardiff train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Woolwich and Cardiff is 224.5 km. The road distance is 252 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m.