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Poole to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Poole to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 14,260 OMR, with average prices for this route around 32,630 OMR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
21:43 10 год 22 хв, Changes required Poole	08:05 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
22:53 9 год 46 хв, Changes required Poole	08:39 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
22:53 9 год 46 хв, Changes required Poole	08:39 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
22:53 9 год 55 хв, Changes required Poole	08:48 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
23:38 10 год 31 хв, Changes required Poole	10:09 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Poole to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Poole

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

3 год 27 хв

Distance

118 km

Price

14,260 OMR*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Poole to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Poole 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

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Poole 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 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 Poole to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

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

Poole to Cardiff train ticket types

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

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Trains from Poole to Cardiff from 14,260 OMR

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Poole to Cardiff Train prices and times

Poole to Cardiff Train Route Details