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Bath to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bath to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 28.78, with average prices for this route around SAR 28.78. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:45 1h 1m, Direct Bath Spa	15:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
14:53 1h 20m, 1 change Bath Spa	16:13 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:26 1h 11m, Direct Bath Spa	16:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:42 1h 7m, Direct Bath Spa	16:49 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:54 1h 14m, 1 change Bath Spa	17:08 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:20 1h 17m, Direct Bath Spa	17:37 Paris	Find Tickets

Bath to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

07:08

Last train

22:40

Departure city

Bath

Arrival city

Cardiff

Journey time

1h 1m

Distance

36 miles

Price

SAR 28.78*

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bath to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bath to Cardiff. 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

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 for greater savings

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 Bath to Cardiff, 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%

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

Bath to Cardiff 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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