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Maidenhead to Cardiff train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Maidenhead to Cardiff, starting from £26.00 and averaging £26.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:43
1h 54m, No direct
Maidenhead
18:37
Cardiff Central
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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17:09
2h 1m, No direct
Maidenhead
19:10
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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17:19
1h 51m, No direct
Maidenhead
19:10
Cardiff Central
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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17:39
1h 57m, No direct
Maidenhead
19:36
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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17:50
1h 46m, No direct
Maidenhead
19:36
Cardiff Central
Elizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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18:09
2h 5m, No direct
Maidenhead
20:14
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Maidenhead to Cardiff train route details

First train
First train
04:09
Last train
Last train
23:26
Departure station
Departure station
Maidenhead
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
1h 46m
Distance
Distance
106 miles
Price
Price
£26.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Maidenhead to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Maidenhead to Cardiff 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

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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Maidenhead 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%

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 Maidenhead 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

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.

Maidenhead 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:

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