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Ruabon to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ruabon to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €15.98, with average prices for this route around €15.98. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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22:45
3h 8m, Direct
Ruabon
01:53
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Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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Ruabon to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:52
Last train
Last train
22:45
Departure station
Departure station
Ruabon
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 33m
Distance
Distance
169 km
Price
Price
€15.98*
Train operators
Train operators
Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Ruabon to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Ruabon to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ruabon 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%

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 Ruabon 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%

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 Ruabon to Cardiff Central 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

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

Ruabon 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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