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Explore cheap prices from London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

QAR 161.57

Wed17Sep

QAR 161.57

Thu18Sep

QAR 161.57

Fri19Sep

QAR 161.57

Sat20Sep

QAR 161.57

Sun21Sep

QAR 161.57

Mon22Sep

QAR 161.57

Tue23Sep

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London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central, starting from QAR 161.57 and averaging QAR 191.82. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 19m. 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	Operator	Find Tickets
08:09 2h 28m, Changes required London Blackfriars	10:37 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
08:32 2h 50m, Direct London Blackfriars	11:22 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
08:39 2h 43m, Changes required London Blackfriars	11:22 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
09:02 2h 38m, Direct London Blackfriars	11:40 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
09:12 2h 28m, Changes required London Blackfriars	11:40 Cardiff Central	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
09:29 2h 41m, Direct London Blackfriars	12:10 Paris		Find Tickets

London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

00:37

Last train

22:44

Departure station

London Blackfriars

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

2h 19m

Distance

213 km

Price

QAR 161.57*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Blackfriars and Cardiff Central, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Blackfriars 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 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 London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central, 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%

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!

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

London Blackfriars to Cardiff Central 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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