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Risca to Cardiff Bay train prices and times

Planning a journey from Risca to Cardiff Bay? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as HK$57.58, with average prices for this route around HK$61.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:37 Risca & Pontymister	07:36 Cardiff Bay	59m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:08 Risca & Pontymister	08:24 Cardiff Bay	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:37 Risca & Pontymister	08:36 Cardiff Bay	59m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:08 Risca & Pontymister	09:24 Cardiff Bay	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:37 Risca & Pontymister	09:36 Cardiff Bay	59m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:08 Risca & Pontymister	10:24 Paris	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Risca to Cardiff Bay train route details

First train

06:37

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Risca

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

54m

Distance

11 miles

Price

HK$57.58*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Risca to Cardiff Bay

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Risca to Cardiff Bay. 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

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 Risca to Cardiff Bay, 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 Risca to Cardiff Bay 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, 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 Risca to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Risca to Cardiff Bay 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:

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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of 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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Trains from Risca to Cardiff Bay from HK$57.58

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Risca to Cardiff Bay train prices and times

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