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Hartford to Cardiff train prices and times

Looking to travel from Hartford to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 37.14, with average prices for this route around NZD 38.62.

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

  • Thu, Jul 31
    From NZD 37.14
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From NZD 49.44
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From NZD 49.44
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From NZD 49.44
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From NZD 49.44
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From NZD 49.44
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From NZD 49.44
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:04
Hartford
07:50
Cardiff Central
7h 46m, No directWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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06:38
Hartford
09:51
Cardiff Central
3h 13m, No directWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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07:04
Hartford
10:49
Cardiff Central
3h 45m, No directWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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08:04
Hartford
11:37
Cardiff Central
3h 33m, No directWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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08:12
Hartford
11:37
Cardiff Central
3h 25m, No directWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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09:04
Hartford
12:36
Paris
3h 32m, No directWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Hartford to Cardiff train route details

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
20:04
Departure station
Departure station
Hartford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
3h 13m
Distance
Distance
201 km
Price
Price
NZD 37.14*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Hartford to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

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 Hartford to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Hartford to Cardiff for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Hartford to Cardiff, 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%

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 Hartford to Cardiff 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 Hartford to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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