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Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €31.69, with average prices for this route around €36.53. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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22:21
7h 47m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
06:08
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Alderley Edge
Transport for WalesNorthern
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Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:34
Last train
Last train
22:21
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Alderley Edge
Journey time
Journey time
2h 57m
Distance
Distance
214 km
Price
Price
€31.69*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

Cardiff Central to Alderley Edge train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.