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Poole to Cardiff Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Poole to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 65.52, with average prices for this route around NZD 149.97.

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
12:05 3h 41m, Changes required Poole	15:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
12:38 4h 12m, Changes required Poole	16:50 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:05 3h 31m, Changes required Poole	16:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:05 3h 45m, Changes required Poole	16:50 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:39 3h 57m, Changes required Poole	17:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
14:05 3h 44m, Changes required Poole	17:49 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

3h 27m

Distance

118 km

Price

NZD 65.52*

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

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 Poole to Cardiff 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 Poole to Cardiff, 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 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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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