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Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as IDR 732,751, with average prices for this route around IDR 849,533. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:07 Cardiff Central | 08:02 London Waterloo East |   | Find Tickets |
05:54 Cardiff Central | 08:31 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
06:24 Cardiff Central | 09:04 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
06:28 Cardiff Central | 10:36 London Waterloo East |  | Find Tickets |
06:51 Cardiff Central | 09:37 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
07:23 Cardiff Central | 09:58 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East Train Route Details
First train
05:07
Last train
23:30
Journey time
2h 34m
Distance
213 km
Price
IDR 732,751*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East
Season Tickets for frequent travel
For frequent travelers between Cardiff Central and London Waterloo East, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England
For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Cardiff Central to London Waterloo East train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.