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Cardiff to Forest Gate train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Forest Gate? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £29.00, with average prices for this route around £29.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
19:18 2h 35m, No direct Cardiff Central	21:53 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
20:18 2h 35m, No direct Cardiff Central	22:53 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:20 2h 46m, No direct Cardiff Central	00:06 +1 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:30 8h 5m, No direct Cardiff Central	05:35 +1 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:30 8h 45m, No direct Cardiff Central	06:15 +1 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
23:30 7h 41m, No direct Cardiff Central	07:11 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Forest Gate train route details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Forest Gate

Journey time

2h 29m

Distance

221 km

Price

£29.00*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Forest Gate

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Forest Gate 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 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 Cardiff to Forest Gate, 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 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 to Forest Gate 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 travelling 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 travelling from Cardiff to Forest Gate more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Forest Gate train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Cardiff to Forest Gate train prices and times

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