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Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street, starting from €15.28 and averaging €15.28. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 37m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:46 3h 18m, No direct Welshpool	10:04 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
07:54 3h 6m, No direct Welshpool	11:00 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
08:54 2h 58m, No direct Welshpool	11:52 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
09:55 3h 1m, No direct Welshpool	12:56 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
10:56 3h 8m, No direct Welshpool	14:04 Cardiff Queen Street	Find Tickets
12:54 3h 2m, No direct Welshpool	15:56 Paris	Find Tickets

Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street train route details

First train

06:46

Last train

21:00

Departure station

Welshpool

Arrival station

Cardiff Queen Street

Journey time

2h 37m

Distance

131 km

Price

€15.28*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street 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

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 Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street, 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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Welshpool to Cardiff Queen Street train prices and times

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