Builth Road to London by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:38 | |
| Departure station | Builth Road | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 4h 34m | |
| Distance | 148 miles (238 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Builth Road to London in 4 hours 34 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Builth Road to London? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 11 minutes to travel the 148 miles (238 km) from Builth Road to London by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to London. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Builth Road to London in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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