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Llanelli to Cardiff train prices and times

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
17:23 Llanelli	18:43 Cardiff Central	1h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
17:35 Llanelli	19:15 Cardiff Central	1h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:25 Llanelli	19:47 Cardiff Central	1h 22m, Direct	Find Tickets
18:46 Llanelli	20:14 Cardiff Central	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets
18:55 Llanelli	20:35 Cardiff Central	1h 40m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:28 Llanelli	20:48 Paris	1h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Llanelli to Cardiff train route details

First train

05:03

Last train

23:09

Departure station

Llanelli

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

1h 12m

Distance

46 miles

Price

£3.40*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Llanelli to Cardiff

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 Llanelli to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Llanelli 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 Llanelli 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 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 Llanelli to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Llanelli to Cardiff train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Llanelli to Cardiff 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 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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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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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