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Cardiff Central to Porthmadog Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Porthmadog, starting from KRW 27,598 and averaging KRW 27,598. The entire journey takes no more than 5 ساعات 23 دقائق. 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	Operator	Find Tickets
18:23 5 ساعات 23 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	23:46 Porthmadog		Find Tickets
19:38 13 ساعات 12 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	08:50 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Porthmadog Train Route Details

First train

04:19

Last train

19:38

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Porthmadog

Journey time

5 ساعات 23 دقائق

Distance

175 km

Price

KRW 27,598*

Train operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Porthmadog

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Porthmadog. 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Cardiff Central to Porthmadog, 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 Cardiff Central to Porthmadog 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 Cardiff Central to Porthmadog more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Porthmadog 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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Cardiff Central to Porthmadog Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Porthmadog Train Route Details