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Basingstoke to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Basingstoke to Cardiff Central, starting from AU$ 53.47 and averaging AU$ 63.10. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
16:22 2h 15m, No direct Basingstoke	18:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:38 3h 13m, No direct Basingstoke	19:51 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:49 1h 48m, No direct Basingstoke	18:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:59 2h 11m, No direct Basingstoke	19:10 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:20 2h 16m, No direct Basingstoke	19:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:38 3h 8m, No direct Basingstoke	20:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Basingstoke to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

00:59

Last train

23:23

Departure station

Basingstoke

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 46m

Distance

148 km

Price

AU$ 53.47*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Cardiff Central

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 Basingstoke to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Basingstoke to Cardiff Central, 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 Basingstoke to Cardiff Central 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 Basingstoke to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Basingstoke to Cardiff Central train ticket types

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