Trains from Nottingham to Cardiff from $22.80*

Trains from Nottingham to Cardiff from $22.80*

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Nottingham to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Nottingham to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $22.80, with average prices for this route around $50.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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  • Wed, Dec 25
    From $22.92
  • Thu, Dec 26
    From $22.92
  • Fri, Dec 27
    From $22.92
  • Sat, Dec 28
    From $22.80
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:00
Nottingham
10:09
Cardiff Central
4h 9m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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06:00
Nottingham
10:25
Cardiff Central
4h 25m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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07:04
Nottingham
11:25
Cardiff Central
4h 21m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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07:16
Nottingham
11:07
Cardiff Central
3h 51m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:08
Nottingham
12:25
Cardiff Central
4h 17m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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08:17
Nottingham
12:10
Paris
3h 53m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Nottingham to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Nottingham to Cardiff train ticket is from $22.80. The average travel time is 3h 44m, covering a distance of approximately 134 miles. There are usually 23 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway,East Midlands Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
06:00
Last train
Last train
17:17
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 44m
Distance
Distance
134 miles
Price
Price
$22.80*

Nottingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Nottingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Take a look at the basic information from Nottingham to Cardiff, departing from Nottingham. It takes approximately 3h 44m to arrive at Cardiff Central.

Book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Nottingham to Cardiff by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Nottingham to Cardiff. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Nottingham to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.