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Gloucester to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Gloucester to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$4.94, with average prices for this route around US$33.40.

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

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14:27
55m, Direct
Gloucester
15:22
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
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14:32
1h 5m, Direct
Gloucester
15:37
Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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14:40
1h 32m, Changes required
Gloucester
16:12
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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15:39
1h 23m, Changes required
Gloucester
17:02
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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16:30
1h 6m, Direct
Gloucester
17:36
Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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16:39
1h 55m, Changes required
Gloucester
18:34
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Gloucester to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:45
Last train
Last train
22:41
Departure station
Departure station
Gloucester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
55m
Distance
Distance
79 km
Price
Price
US$4.94*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff Central

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 Gloucester to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Gloucester to Cardiff Central, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gloucester to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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.

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