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Heswall to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Heswall to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$33.16, with average prices for this route around AU$33.16.

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
10:32 4h 12m, No direct Heswall	14:44 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
11:16 4h 3m, No direct Heswall	15:19 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
12:46 4h, No direct Heswall	16:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:31 3h 46m, No direct Heswall	17:17 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
14:16 4h 30m, No direct Heswall	18:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:44 3h 36m, No direct Heswall	19:20 Paris	Find Tickets

Heswall to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

07:32

Last train

23:08

Departure station

Heswall

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 36m

Distance

207 km

Price

AU$33.16*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Heswall to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Heswall to Cardiff Central 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Heswall to Cardiff Central 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%

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 Heswall to Cardiff Central, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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

Heswall to Cardiff Central 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 Heswall to Cardiff Central from AU$33.16

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Heswall to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Heswall to Cardiff Central train route details