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Cardiff Central to Craven Arms train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Craven Arms? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £11.60, with average prices for this route around £12.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:33 Cardiff Central	06:19 Craven Arms	1h 46m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:19 Cardiff Central	07:01 Craven Arms	1h 42m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:49 Cardiff Central	07:24 Craven Arms	1h 35m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:46 Cardiff Central	08:23 Craven Arms	1h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:19 Cardiff Central	08:55 Craven Arms	1h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:53 Cardiff Central	09:28 Paris	1h 35m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Craven Arms train route details

First train

04:33

Last train

22:10

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Craven Arms

Journey time

1h 33m

Distance

69 miles

Price

£11.60*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Craven Arms

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central to Craven Arms 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 Cardiff Central to Craven Arms, 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 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 Cardiff Central to Craven Arms ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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

Cardiff Central to Craven Arms train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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 Cardiff Central to Craven Arms from £11.60*

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Cardiff Central to Craven Arms train prices and times

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