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Cardiff Queen Street to Risca Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Risca, starting from £5.50 and averaging £5.50. The entire journey takes no more than 36m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:44 Cardiff Queen Street | 06:30 Risca & Pontymister |  | Find Tickets |
06:19 Cardiff Queen Street | 07:03 Risca & Pontymister |  | Find Tickets |
06:54 Cardiff Queen Street | 07:30 Risca & Pontymister | | Find Tickets |
07:15 Cardiff Queen Street | 08:03 Risca & Pontymister | | Find Tickets |
07:54 Cardiff Queen Street | 08:30 Risca & Pontymister | | Find Tickets |
08:15 Cardiff Queen Street | 09:03 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Queen Street to Risca Train Route Details
First train
00:01
Last train
22:44
Journey time
36m
Distance
15 km
Price
£5.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Risca
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Risca 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
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 Queen Street to Risca, 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%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Queen Street to Risca ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 Queen Street to Risca train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Cardiff Queen Street to Risca with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.