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Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 74.30, with average prices for this route around NZD 74.30.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
20:18 4h 27m, No direct Cardiff Central	00:45 +1 Thorpe-le-Soken	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:20 9h 29m, No direct Cardiff Central	06:49 +1 Thorpe-le-Soken	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:30 9h 19m, No direct Cardiff Central	06:49 +1 Thorpe-le-Soken		Find Tickets
23:30 9h 5m, No direct Cardiff Central	08:35 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken train route details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Thorpe-le-Soken

Journey time

3h 41m

Distance

303 km

Price

NZD 74.30*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 travelling from Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken, 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 Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels 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.

Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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

Trains from Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken from NZD 74.30

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Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Thorpe-le-Soken train route details