This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Find the cheapest fares to Cardiff Central by splitting your tickets

33

train journeys
per day

127

miles (205 kms)

2hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Buy tickets from Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central. Explore the list of all train routes from Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central is approximately 127 miles (205 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 39 mins.

London Overground, Southern, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:12
    7 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    08:04
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    09:08
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:14
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:36
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:44
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:43
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:35
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:14
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:43
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:36
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:14
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:44
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:37
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:14
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Kensington Olympia
    Cardiff Central
    Kensington Olympia to Cardiff Central

About Kensington Olympia Station

Station name Kensington Olympia (KPA)
Address Kensington Olympia station, Olympia Way, Kensington, Greater London, W14 0NE
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

First class tickets on trains between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Cardiff Central, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Kensington Olympia & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Kensington Olympia and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.