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Leeds to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Leeds to Cardiff Bay? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 89.45, with average prices for this route around QAR 338.31. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:11 5h 11m, Changes required Leeds	13:22 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
09:00 5h 22m, Changes required Leeds	14:22 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
09:25 5h 29m, Changes required Leeds	14:54 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
10:31 5h 23m, Changes required Leeds	15:54 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
11:40 4h 59m, Changes required Leeds	16:39 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
12:21 5h 33m, Changes required Leeds	17:54 Paris	Find Tickets

Leeds to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

08:11

Last train

21:10

Departure station

Leeds

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

4h 59m

Distance

282 km

Price

QAR 89.45*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Leeds to Cardiff Bay

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 Leeds to Cardiff Bay can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Leeds to Cardiff Bay, 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 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 Leeds to Cardiff Bay 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, 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 Leeds to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leeds to Cardiff Bay train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Leeds to Cardiff Bay from QAR 89.45

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Leeds to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Leeds to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details