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Cardiff Central to Welshpool train route details
First train
07:19
Last train
23:20
Journey time
2h 25m
Distance
83 miles
Price
SEK 241.50*
What are the next train times from Cardiff Central to Welshpool?
Discover all upcoming Cardiff Central to Welshpool 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
09:23 Cardiff Central | 11:48 Welshpool |  | Find Tickets |
11:23 Cardiff Central | 13:50 Welshpool | | Find Tickets |
12:54 Cardiff Central | 15:50 Welshpool | | Find Tickets |
13:53 Cardiff Central | 16:51 Welshpool | | Find Tickets |
15:23 Cardiff Central | 17:50 Welshpool | | Find Tickets |
16:16 Cardiff Central | 18:52 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Welshpool
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Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Cardiff Central and Welshpool on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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 Cardiff Central to Welshpool more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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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
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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