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Gowerton to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gowerton to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £4.20, with average prices for this route around £4.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:10 Gowerton	06:21 Cardiff Central	1h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Gowerton	07:18 Cardiff Central	1h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Gowerton	07:39 Cardiff Central	1h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:12 Gowerton	07:44 Cardiff Central	1h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:02 Gowerton	08:33 Cardiff Central	1h 31m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Gowerton	08:47 Paris	1h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gowerton to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

05:10

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Gowerton

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 8m

Distance

40 miles

Price

£4.20*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Gowerton 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 Gowerton 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Gowerton to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving 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 Gowerton 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, 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 Gowerton to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gowerton to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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