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Cathays to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cathays to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.20, with average prices for this route around £3.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:39 Cathays	05:47 Cardiff Central	8m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:08 Cathays	06:16 Cardiff Central	8m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:27 Cathays	06:36 Cardiff Central	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:45 Cathays	06:58 Cardiff Central	13m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:02 Cathays	07:12 Cardiff Central	10m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:08 Cathays	07:16 Paris	8m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cathays to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

05:39

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Cathays

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

Distance

2 miles

Price

£3.20*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cathays to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cathays to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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

Cathays to Cardiff Central train ticket types

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

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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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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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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