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Porth to Cardiff Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Porth to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €6.51, with average prices for this route around €6.51.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
13:34 Porth | 14:07 Cathays |  | Find Tickets |
14:04 Porth | 14:37 Cathays | | Find Tickets |
14:34 Porth | 15:07 Cathays | | Find Tickets |
15:04 Porth | 15:37 Cathays | | Find Tickets |
15:34 Porth | 16:07 Cathays | | Find Tickets |
16:04 Porth | 16:37 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Porth to Cardiff Train Route Details
First train
05:54
Last train
21:34
Journey time
32 minutes
Distance
24 km
Price
€6.51*
How to book cheap train tickets from Porth 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 Porth to Cardiff 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 Porth to Cardiff 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 Porth to Cardiff, 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 Porth 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 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 Porth to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Porth 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.