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Malvern to Cardiff train route details
First train
06:10
Last train
22:27
Journey time
1h 44m
Distance
58 miles
Price
€42.92*
What are the next train times from Malvern to Cardiff?
Discover all upcoming Malvern to Cardiff 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
06:10 Great Malvern | 08:16 Cardiff Central |   | Find Tickets |
06:42 Great Malvern | 08:39 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
06:42 Great Malvern | 08:44 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
08:01 Great Malvern | 09:52 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
09:05 Great Malvern | 10:49 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
09:46 Great Malvern | 11:38 Paris | | Find Tickets |
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Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Malvern to Cardiff by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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
Season tickets
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Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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