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Headcorn to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Headcorn to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 15.730, with average prices for this route around BHD 15.730. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:43 4 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Headcorn	01:07 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
21:13 9 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Headcorn	06:21 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
22:13 9 hours 52 minutes, Changes required Headcorn	08:05 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
23:43 8 hours 56 minutes, Changes required Headcorn	08:39 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Headcorn to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

05:41

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Headcorn

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

3 hours 44 minutes

Distance

266 km

Price

BHD 15.730*

Train operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Headcorn to Cardiff

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 Headcorn to Cardiff 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 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 Headcorn 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 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 Headcorn to Cardiff 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.

Headcorn to Cardiff train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Headcorn to Cardiff from BHD 15.730

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Headcorn to Cardiff Train prices and times

Headcorn to Cardiff Train Route Details