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Bath to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bath to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $7.48, with average prices for this route around $7.78. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
01:02 Bath Spa	06:21 Cardiff Central	5h 19m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:28 Bath Spa	07:47 Cardiff Central	1h 19m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:47 Bath Spa	08:05 Cardiff Central	1h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:04 Bath Spa	08:18 Cardiff Central	1h 14m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:10 Bath Spa	08:39 Cardiff Central	1h 29m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:33 Bath Spa	08:48 Paris	1h 15m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bath to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

01:02

Last train

22:38

Departure station

Bath

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

1h 4m

Distance

59 km

Price

$7.48*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bath to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bath to Cardiff. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Bath to Cardiff, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bath to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Bath to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bath to Cardiff 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:

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Bath to Cardiff Train prices and times

Bath to Cardiff Train Route Details