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Waterbeach to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterbeach to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$65.48, with average prices for this route around AU$65.48.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
05:57 3h 38m, No direct Waterbeach	09:35 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
06:23 3h 46m, No direct Waterbeach	10:09 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
06:53 3h 44m, No direct Waterbeach	10:37 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
07:23 3h 44m, No direct Waterbeach	11:07 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
07:53 3h 47m, No direct Waterbeach	11:40 Cardiff Central		Find Tickets
08:08 4h 2m, No direct Waterbeach	12:10 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Waterbeach to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

05:57

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Waterbeach

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 31m

Distance

248 km

Price

AU$65.48*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterbeach to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Waterbeach to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Waterbeach 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%

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 Waterbeach to Cardiff Central 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

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

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Waterbeach to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Waterbeach to Cardiff Central train route details