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Etchingham to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Etchingham to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 152.09, with average prices for this route around QAR 152.09.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:18 4h 18m, Changes required Etchingham	16:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:18 3h 48m, Changes required Etchingham	17:06 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
14:18 3h 47m, Changes required Etchingham	18:05 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:18 3h 52m, Changes required Etchingham	19:10 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:47 3h 49m, Changes required Etchingham	19:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:14 4h, Changes required Etchingham	20:14 Paris	Find Tickets

Etchingham to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

05:41

Last train

23:19

Departure station

Etchingham

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 47m

Distance

258 km

Price

QAR 152.09*

Train operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Etchingham to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Etchingham to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Etchingham to Cardiff Central 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 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 Etchingham 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 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 Etchingham to Cardiff Central 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 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 Etchingham to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Etchingham to Cardiff Central 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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Trains from Etchingham to Cardiff Central from QAR 152.09

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Etchingham to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Etchingham to Cardiff Central Train Route Details