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Cathays to Portway Park & Ride train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cathays to Portway Park & Ride? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 42.74, with average prices for this route around NZD 42.74.

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
20:08 2h 3m, No direct Cathays	22:11 Portway Park & Ride	Find Tickets
20:38 2h 10m, No direct Cathays	22:48 Portway Park & Ride	Find Tickets
22:32 7h 3m, No direct Cathays	05:35 +1 Portway Park & Ride	Find Tickets
23:29 7h 39m, No direct Cathays	07:08 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Cathays to Portway Park & Ride train route details

First train

05:39

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Cathays

Arrival station

Portway Park & Ride

Journey time

1h 58m

Distance

34 km

Price

NZD 42.74*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cathays to Portway Park & Ride 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

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%

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 Cathays to Portway Park & Ride, 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 Cathays 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, 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 Cathays to Portway Park & Ride more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cathays to Portway Park & Ride train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Cathays to Portway Park & Ride from NZD 42.74

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Cathays to Portway Park & Ride train prices and times

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