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Paignton to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Paignton to Cardiff, starting from 5 804 JPY and averaging 5 804 JPY. The entire journey takes no more than 2 год 40 хв. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:51 3 год 24 хв, Direct Paignton	22:15 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
20:11 3 год 20 хв, Changes required Paignton	23:31 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
21:09 9 год 12 хв, Changes required Paignton	06:21 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
21:40 8 год 41 хв, Changes required Paignton	06:21 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Paignton to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:34

Last train

21:40

Departure station

Paignton

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

2 год 40 хв

Distance

119 km

Price

5 804 JPY*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Paignton to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Paignton to Cardiff 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Paignton to Cardiff 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Paignton to Cardiff, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Paignton to Cardiff ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Paignton to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Paignton to Cardiff train ticket types

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

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Paignton to Cardiff Train prices and times

Paignton to Cardiff Train Route Details