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Christchurch to Cardiff Central Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Christchurch to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 2 134,14 PHP, with average prices for this route around 2 134,14 PHP. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:28 Christchurch | 15:46 Cardiff Central |   | Find Tickets |
13:28 Christchurch | 16:36 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
13:28 Christchurch | 16:50 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
14:28 Christchurch | 17:49 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
15:28 Christchurch | 18:37 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
15:28 Christchurch | 18:49 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Christchurch to Cardiff Central Train Route Details
First train
05:19
Last train
23:18
Journey time
3 tuntia 6 minuuttia
Distance
128 km
Price
2 134,14 PHP*
How to book cheap train tickets from Christchurch to Cardiff Central
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Christchurch to Cardiff Central. 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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Christchurch to Cardiff Central 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
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Christchurch to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 Christchurch to Cardiff Central 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, 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 Christchurch to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Christchurch to Cardiff Central 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.