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Hale to Cardiff Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Hale to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as VND 1,583,454, with average prices for this route around VND 3,775,650.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:53 4h 1m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	20:54 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:28 3h 55m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	21:23 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:53 4h 1m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	21:54 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
18:53 4h 11m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	23:04 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
19:53 4h 26m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	00:19 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
20:39 5h 6m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	01:45 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Hale to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:53

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Hale

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

3h 49m

Distance

220 km

Price

VND 1,583,454*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Hale to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Hale to Cardiff. 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 Hale to Cardiff 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 Hale to Cardiff, 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 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 Hale to Cardiff 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 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 Hale to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hale to Cardiff train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Hale to Cardiff from VND 1,583,454

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Hale to Cardiff Train prices and times

Hale to Cardiff Train Route Details