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Ely to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ely to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 68.82, with average prices for this route around AU$ 69.04. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
18:18 Ely	22:42 Cardiff Central	4h 24m, No direct		Find Tickets
18:27 Ely	22:42 Cardiff Central	4h 15m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
20:53 Ely	10:05+1 Cardiff Central	13h 12m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
23:31 Ely	10:29+1 Cardiff Central	10h 58m, No direct		Find Tickets
23:38 Ely	12:33+1 Paris	12h 55m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Ely to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Ely

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 42m

Distance

258 km

Price

AU$ 68.82*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Ely to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ely to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Ely 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 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 Ely to Cardiff Central 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.

Ely to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Ely to Cardiff Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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%.

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