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Castle Cary to Cardiff train prices and times

Looking to travel from Castle Cary to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.00, with average prices for this route around £8.00.

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

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Fri, Apr 25
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Sat, Apr 26
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Mon, Apr 28
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Tue, Apr 29
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Wed, Apr 30
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:49 Castle Cary	09:20 Cardiff Central	2h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:26 Castle Cary	09:50 Cardiff Central	2h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:50 Castle Cary	10:09 Cardiff Central	2h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:44 Castle Cary	10:52 Cardiff Central	2h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:38 Castle Cary	12:49 Cardiff Central	2h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:14 Castle Cary	13:44 Paris	2h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Castle Cary to Cardiff train route details

First train

06:49

Last train

22:20

Departure station

Castle Cary

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

2h 3m

Distance

39 miles

Price

£8.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Castle Cary to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Castle Cary to Cardiff 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Castle Cary 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 to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Castle Cary to Cardiff, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

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 Castle Cary to Cardiff ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Castle Cary to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Castle Cary to Cardiff train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Castle Cary to Cardiff from £8.00*

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Castle Cary to Cardiff train prices and times

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