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Looe to Cardiff train route details
First train
07:33
Last train
21:56
Journey time
4h 20m
Distance
153 km
Price
€ 49.05*
What are the next train times from Looe to Cardiff?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Looe to Cardiff happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
17:00 Looe | 21:38 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
17:00 Looe | 22:17 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
18:04 Looe | 23:31 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
19:36 Looe | 06:21 +1Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
21:56 Looe | 07:48 +1Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
21:56 Looe | 08:19 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Looe to Cardiff
Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Looe and Cardiff - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Looe to Cardiff more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes
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