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Christchurch to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Christchurch to Cardiff Central, starting from VND 953,742 and averaging VND 953,742. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 6m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:40 4h, Changes required Christchurch	11:40 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:22 3h 24m, Changes required Christchurch	11:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:30 4h 6m, Changes required Christchurch	12:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:29 3h 20m, Changes required Christchurch	12:49 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
10:29 3h 6m, Changes required Christchurch	13:35 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
10:29 3h 15m, Changes required Christchurch	13:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Christchurch to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Christchurch

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 6m

Distance

128 km

Price

VND 953,742*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Christchurch to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Christchurch to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Christchurch to Cardiff Central 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 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 Christchurch to Cardiff Central, 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%

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 Christchurch to Cardiff Central 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

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Christchurch to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Christchurch to Cardiff Central 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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Christchurch to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Christchurch to Cardiff Central Train Route Details