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Bradford to Cardiff train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bradford to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £24.80, with average prices for this route around £49.30.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
08:39 Bradford Interchange	13:48 Cardiff Central	5h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:28 Bradford Interchange	14:25 Cardiff Central	4h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:39 Bradford Interchange	14:49 Cardiff Central	5h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:25 Bradford Forster Square	15:22 Cardiff Central	4h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:39 Bradford Interchange	15:55 Cardiff Central	5h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:18 Bradford Interchange	16:17 Paris	4h 59m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bradford to Cardiff train route details

First train

08:39

Last train

20:43

Departure station

Bradford

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

4h 57m

Distance

171 miles

Price

£24.80*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bradford to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Bradford 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

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 travellers. You can discover more about 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 Bradford 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 Bradford 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Bradford to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bradford to Cardiff train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Bradford to Cardiff with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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 Bradford to Cardiff from £24.80*

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Bradford to Cardiff train prices and times

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