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

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Cardiff Central to Shenfield train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Shenfield, starting from JPY 3,810 and averaging JPY 6,227. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 48m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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14:18
2h 59m, No direct
Cardiff Central
17:17
Shenfield
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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14:18
3h 1m, No direct
Cardiff Central
17:19
Shenfield
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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14:54
2h 50m, No direct
Cardiff Central
17:44
Shenfield
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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14:54
3h 1m, No direct
Cardiff Central
17:55
Shenfield
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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15:18
2h 56m, No direct
Cardiff Central
18:14
Shenfield
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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15:18
3h 7m, No direct
Cardiff Central
18:25
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Cardiff Central to Shenfield train route details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Shenfield
Journey time
Journey time
2h 48m
Distance
Distance
244 km
Price
Price
JPY 3,810*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Shenfield

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Shenfield. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 travelling from Cardiff Central to Shenfield, 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%

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 Cardiff Central to Shenfield ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Cardiff Central to Shenfield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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