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Welshpool to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Welshpool to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €15.22, with average prices for this route around €15.22.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:00 3 hours 18 minutes, Changes required Welshpool	00:18 +1 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets

Welshpool to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

06:46

Last train

21:00

Departure station

Welshpool

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

2 hours 26 minutes

Distance

132 km

Price

€15.22*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Welshpool to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Welshpool to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Welshpool to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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

Welshpool to Cardiff Central 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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Welshpool to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Welshpool to Cardiff Central Train Route Details