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Llanelli to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Llanelli to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £4.60, with average prices for this route around £4.60.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:45 Llanelli	06:18 Cardiff Central	1h 33m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:45 Llanelli	07:16 Cardiff Central	1h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:55 Llanelli	08:15 Cardiff Central	1h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:55 Llanelli	08:38 Cardiff Central	1h 43m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:10 Llanelli	08:40 Cardiff Central	1h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:10 Llanelli	09:50 Paris	1h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Llanelli to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

04:45

Last train

21:55

Departure station

Llanelli

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 20m

Distance

45 miles

Price

£4.60*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Llanelli 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 Llanelli 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 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 Central, 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 Llanelli 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 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.

Llanelli 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 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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Llanelli to Cardiff Central train prices and times

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