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Gloucester to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gloucester to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.40, with average prices for this route around £24.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
16:39 Gloucester	18:34 Cardiff Central	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:41 Gloucester	19:06 Cardiff Central	1h 25m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:50 Gloucester	19:53 Cardiff Central	2h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:38 Gloucester	20:31 Cardiff Central	1h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:40 Gloucester	21:29 Cardiff Central	1h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:40 Gloucester	21:40 Paris	2h, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gloucester to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

07:45

Last train

22:35

Departure station

Gloucester

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 22m

Distance

49 miles

Price

£3.40*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff Central 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gloucester to Cardiff Central 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

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

Gloucester to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Gloucester 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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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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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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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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