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South Croydon to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from South Croydon to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 146.90, with average prices for this route around AED 146.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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10:00
3h 16m, Changes required
South Croydon
13:16
Cardiff Central
ThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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10:21
4h 28m, Changes required
South Croydon
14:49
Cardiff Central
SouthernSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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10:30
3h 5m, Changes required
South Croydon
13:35
Cardiff Central
ThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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11:00
3h 7m, Changes required
South Croydon
14:07
Cardiff Central
ThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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11:21
4h 25m, Changes required
South Croydon
15:46
Cardiff Central
SouthernSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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11:30
3h 6m, Changes required
South Croydon
14:36
Paris
ThameslinkElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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South Croydon to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:16
Last train
Last train
23:21
Departure station
Departure station
South Croydon
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
3h 1m
Distance
Distance
214 km
Price
Price
AED 146.90*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Cardiff

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 South Croydon to Cardiff 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 South Croydon 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

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 South Croydon 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%

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 South Croydon 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

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 South Croydon to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

South Croydon to Cardiff 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.