Trains from Shortlands to Cardiff Central from $35.47*

Trains from Shortlands to Cardiff Central from $35.47*

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Shortlands to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Shortlands to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $35.47, with average prices for this route around $125.42.

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

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:25
Shortlands
11:36
Cardiff Central
3h 11m, Changes requiredThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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08:36
Shortlands
11:36
Cardiff Central
3h 0m, Changes requiredSoutheasternThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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08:55
Shortlands
12:11
Cardiff Central
3h 16m, Changes requiredThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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09:06
Shortlands
12:11
Cardiff Central
3h 5m, Changes requiredSoutheasternThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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09:21
Shortlands
12:38
Cardiff Central
3h 17m, Changes requiredSoutheasternGreat Western Railway
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09:36
Shortlands
12:38
Paris
3h 2m, Changes requiredSoutheasternThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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Shortlands to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Shortlands to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $35.47. The average travel time is 2h 55m, covering a distance of approximately 221 mile. There are usually 63 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,Thameslink,Southeastern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:11
Last train
Last train
22:06
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 55m
Distance
Distance
221 mile
Price
Price
$35.47*

Shortlands to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Shortlands to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

Trains running from Shortlands to Cardiff Central will typically take around at least 2h 55m and there is approximately 63 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Shortlands to Cardiff Central

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Shortlands to Cardiff Central. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Shortlands to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Shortlands to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

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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.