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Cathays to Patchway train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cathays to Patchway? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$24.87, with average prices for this route around US$24.87. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
09:08 1h 36m, No direct Cathays	10:44 Patchway	Find Tickets
10:08 1h 36m, No direct Cathays	11:44 Patchway	Find Tickets
11:38 57m, No direct Cathays	12:35 Patchway	Find Tickets
12:08 1h 26m, No direct Cathays	13:34 Patchway	Find Tickets
12:38 57m, No direct Cathays	13:35 Patchway	Find Tickets
14:38 59m, No direct Cathays	15:37 Paris	Find Tickets

Cathays to Patchway train route details

First train

09:08

Last train

21:38

Departure station

Cathays

Arrival station

Patchway

Journey time

56m

Distance

27 miles

Price

US$24.87*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cathays to Patchway

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 Cathays to Patchway can result in significant cost savings.

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 for greater savings

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

Cathays to Patchway train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cathays to Patchway 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 offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of 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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