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Cardiff to Elsenham train prices and times
Looking to travel from Cardiff to Elsenham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$65.43, with average prices for this route around AU$65.43.
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 | Operator | Find Tickets |
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12:18 Cardiff Central | 15:52 Elsenham (Essex) | 3h 34m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:50 Cardiff Central | 16:21 Elsenham (Essex) | 3h 31m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:18 Cardiff Central | 16:51 Elsenham (Essex) | 3h 33m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:50 Cardiff Central | 17:38 Elsenham (Essex) | 3h 48m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:18 Cardiff Central | 18:08 Elsenham (Essex) | 3h 50m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:54 Cardiff Central | 18:38 Paris | 3h 44m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Cardiff to Elsenham train route details

First train
05:07

Last train
23:30

Journey time
3h 30m

Distance
150 miles

Price
AU$65.43*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Elsenham

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Elsenham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Elsenham 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%
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 to Elsenham, 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 Cardiff to Elsenham 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Cardiff to Elsenham 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 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
Valid for both an outward 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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*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%.