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Cardiff to Bourne End Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Bourne End? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as JPY 5,559, with average prices for this route around JPY 6,308. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
17:50 2 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	19:57 Bourne End	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:18 2 hours 31 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	20:49 Bourne End	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:30 4 hours 18 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	22:48 Bourne End		Find Tickets
19:18 2 hours 31 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	21:49 Bourne End	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
20:18 2 hours 30 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	22:48 Bourne End	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:20 2 hours 41 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	00:01 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Bourne End Train Route Details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Bourne End

Journey time

2 hours 6 minutes

Distance

171 km

Price

JPY 5,559*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Bourne End

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 to Bourne End can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Bourne End for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff to Bourne End, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 to Bourne End 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Bourne End 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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