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West Drayton to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from West Drayton to Cardiff Central, starting from € 37.30 and averaging € 39.07. The entire journey takes no more than 2h. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
16:25 2h 12m, No direct West Drayton	18:37 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:05 2h 5m, No direct West Drayton	19:10 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:36 2h, No direct West Drayton	19:36 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:06 2h 8m, No direct West Drayton	20:14 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:36 2h 2m, No direct West Drayton	20:38 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
19:09 2h 29m, No direct West Drayton	21:38 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

West Drayton to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

04:24

Last train

23:10

Departure station

West Drayton

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

Distance

188 km

Price

€ 37.30*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from West Drayton 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 West Drayton 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

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 West Drayton 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%

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 West Drayton to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

West Drayton to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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West Drayton to Cardiff Central train prices and times

West Drayton to Cardiff Central train route details