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Patchway to Cardiff Central train route details
First train
06:09
Last train
23:10
Journey time
33m
Distance
28 miles
Price
£7.00*
What are the next train times from Patchway to Cardiff Central?
Discover all upcoming Patchway to Cardiff Central services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
17:36 Patchway | 18:12 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
18:46 Patchway | 19:23 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
19:48 Patchway | 20:22 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
20:36 Patchway | 21:09 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
21:40 Patchway | 22:17 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
22:09 Patchway | 22:56 Paris | | Find Tickets |
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Travel during Off-Peak train times
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Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Patchway to Cardiff Central more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
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Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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