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Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 17.01, with average prices for this route around NZD 17.01.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:00 1h 44m, No direct Cardiff Central	21:44 Portway Park & Ride	Find Tickets
20:30 1h 41m, No direct Cardiff Central	22:11 Portway Park & Ride	Find Tickets
20:59 1h 49m, No direct Cardiff Central	22:48 Portway Park & Ride	Find Tickets
23:30 6h 5m, No direct Cardiff Central	05:35 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride train route details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Portway Park & Ride

Journey time

1h 33m

Distance

34 km

Price

NZD 17.01*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride can result in significant cost savings.

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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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 to Portway Park & Ride 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 Portway Park & Ride more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride 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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Trains from Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride from NZD 17.01

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Cardiff to Portway Park & Ride train prices and times

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