Trains from Nottingham to Cardiff from $22.80*

Trains from Nottingham to Cardiff from $22.80*

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Nottingham to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Nottingham to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $22.80, with average prices for this route around $50.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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    From $22.92
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    From $22.92
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    From $22.92
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    From $22.80
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:00
Nottingham
10:09
Cardiff Central
4h 9m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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06:00
Nottingham
10:25
Cardiff Central
4h 25m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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07:04
Nottingham
11:25
Cardiff Central
4h 21m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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07:16
Nottingham
11:07
Cardiff Central
3h 51m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:08
Nottingham
12:25
Cardiff Central
4h 17m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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08:17
Nottingham
12:10
Paris
3h 53m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Nottingham to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Nottingham to Cardiff train ticket is from $22.80. The average travel time is 3h 44m, covering a distance of approximately 134 miles. There are usually 23 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway,East Midlands Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
06:00
Last train
Last train
17:17
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 44m
Distance
Distance
134 miles
Price
Price
$22.80*

Nottingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Nottingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains running from Nottingham to Cardiff will typically depart from Nottingham and arrive at Cardiff Central. The journey takes around 3h 44m.

Book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Nottingham to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Traveling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Nottingham to Cardiff usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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 designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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