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Crystal Palace to Cardiff train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Crystal Palace to Cardiff, starting from AU$ 60.61 and averaging AU$ 60.61. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
23:53 8h 12m, No direct Crystal Palace	08:05 +1 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets

Crystal Palace to Cardiff train route details

First train

05:26

Last train

23:53

Departure station

Crystal Palace

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

3h 5m

Distance

215 km

Price

AU$ 60.61*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Crystal Palace to Cardiff

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 Crystal Palace to Cardiff 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 Crystal Palace to Cardiff, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Crystal Palace to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Crystal Palace to Cardiff train ticket types

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Crystal Palace to Cardiff train prices and times

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