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Valley to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Valley to Cardiff Central, starting from US$29.75 and averaging US$29.75. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 36m. 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	Find Tickets
10:43 4h 36m, Direct Valley	15:19 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
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15:42 5h 12m, Changes required Valley	20:54 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
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Valley to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

04:27

Last train

20:38

Departure station

Valley

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

4h 36m

Distance

222 km

Price

US$29.75*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Valley to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Valley to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 Valley 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 Valley 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 Valley to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Valley 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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Valley to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Valley to Cardiff Central Train Route Details