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Cardiff Central to Cathays train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Cathays? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$ 4.26, with average prices for this route around US$ 4.43. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:30 Cardiff Central	05:36 Cathays	6m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:56 Cardiff Central	06:02 Cathays	6m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:07 Cardiff Central	06:13 Cathays	6m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:26 Cardiff Central	06:32 Cathays	6m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Cardiff Central	06:37 Cathays	7m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:34 Cardiff Central	06:44 Paris	10m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Cathays train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Cathays

Journey time

Distance

2 km

Price

US$ 4.26*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Cathays

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 Central to Cathays 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 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 Cardiff Central to Cathays, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Cathays ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Cathays train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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