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Irvine to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Irvine to Cardiff, starting from DKK 537.19 and averaging DKK 537.19. The entire journey takes no more than 7h 1m. 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
09:10 7h 46m, Changes required Irvine	16:56 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
10:42 7h 12m, Changes required Irvine	17:54 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
11:10 7h 43m, Changes required Irvine	18:53 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
12:42 7h 1m, Changes required Irvine	19:43 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:10 7h 37m, Changes required Irvine	20:47 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
14:42 7h 5m, Changes required Irvine	21:47 Paris	Find Tickets

Irvine to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

09:10

Last train

22:57

Departure station

Irvine

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

7h 1m

Distance

472 km

Price

DKK 537.19*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Irvine to Cardiff

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 Irvine to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Irvine 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 for greater savings

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 Irvine 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 Irvine 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 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.

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

Trains from Irvine to Cardiff from DKK 537.19

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Irvine to Cardiff Train prices and times

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