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Cardiff to Elsenham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Elsenham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as HK$ 319.88, with average prices for this route around HK$ 332.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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05:07
Cardiff Central
09:19
Elsenham (Essex)
4h 12m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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05:54
Cardiff Central
09:24
Elsenham (Essex)
3h 30m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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06:24
Cardiff Central
10:21
Elsenham (Essex)
3h 57m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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07:49
Cardiff Central
11:21
Elsenham (Essex)
3h 32m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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08:37
Cardiff Central
12:21
Elsenham (Essex)
3h 44m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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09:19
Cardiff Central
13:21
Paris
4h 2m, No directGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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Cardiff to Elsenham train route details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Elsenham
Journey time
Journey time
3h 30m
Distance
Distance
240 km
Price
Price
HK$ 319.88*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Elsenham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Elsenham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Elsenham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 to Elsenham, 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%

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 Elsenham 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

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 Elsenham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.