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Find the best prices from Cardiff to Llanelli
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff to Llanelli, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Cardiff to Llanelli train prices and times
Planning a journey from Cardiff to Llanelli? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 11.56, with average prices for this route around NZD 14.15. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:42 Cardiff Central | 07:14 Llanelli | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:36 Cardiff Central | 08:15 Llanelli | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:27 Cardiff Central | 08:40 Llanelli | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:40 Cardiff Central | 09:56 Llanelli | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:47 Cardiff Central | 10:06 Llanelli | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:51 Cardiff Central | 10:22 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
Cardiff to Llanelli train route details

First train
05:42

Last train
22:50

Journey time
1h 13m

Distance
46 miles

Price
NZD 11.56*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Llanelli

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Llanelli can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Cardiff to Llanelli, 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 Cardiff to Llanelli 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 Cardiff to Llanelli more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Cardiff to Llanelli train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Cardiff to Llanelli with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
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
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.

Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










