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Coventry to Cardiff train prices and times

Planning a journey from Coventry to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £14.00, with average prices for this route around £24.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
15:30 Coventry	18:21 Cardiff Central	2h 51m, No direct		Find Tickets
15:43 Coventry	18:21 Cardiff Central	2h 38m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
16:06 Coventry	18:35 Cardiff Central	2h 29m, No direct		Find Tickets
16:30 Coventry	19:25 Cardiff Central	2h 55m, No direct		Find Tickets
16:42 Coventry	19:25 Cardiff Central	2h 43m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:06 Coventry	19:53 Paris	2h 47m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Coventry to Cardiff train route details

First train

08:34

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Coventry

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

2h 22m

Distance

96 miles

Price

£14.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Coventry to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Coventry to Cardiff. 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 Coventry 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 Coventry 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 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.

Coventry to Cardiff 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 & 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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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%.

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Coventry to Cardiff train prices and times

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