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Wilmslow to Cardiff Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wilmslow to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 8.420, with average prices for this route around BHD 8.420.

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
06:47 3h 4m, Direct Wilmslow	09:51 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:47 3h 2m, Direct Wilmslow	10:49 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:49 2h 48m, Direct Wilmslow	11:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:13 3h 23m, Changes required Wilmslow	12:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
09:47 2h 58m, Direct Wilmslow	12:45 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
10:49 3h 3m, Direct Wilmslow	13:52 Paris	Find Tickets

Wilmslow to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

00:39

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Wilmslow

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

2h 48m

Distance

217 km

Price

BHD 8.420*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Wilmslow to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wilmslow 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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Trains from Wilmslow to Cardiff from BHD 8.420

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Wilmslow to Cardiff Train prices and times

Wilmslow to Cardiff Train Route Details