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Cardiff to Ellesmere Port Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Ellesmere Port? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$35.08, with average prices for this route around AU$35.08. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:19 3h 16m, Changes required Cardiff Central	08:35 Capenhurst	Find Tickets
05:49 4h 16m, Changes required Cardiff Central	10:05 Capenhurst	Find Tickets
05:54 4h 11m, Changes required Cardiff Central	10:05 Capenhurst	Find Tickets
07:19 3h 16m, Changes required Cardiff Central	10:35 Capenhurst	Find Tickets
07:53 3h 42m, Changes required Cardiff Central	11:35 Capenhurst	Find Tickets
08:53 3h 42m, Changes required Cardiff Central	12:35 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Ellesmere Port Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Ellesmere Port

Journey time

3h 12m

Distance

203 km

Price

AU$35.08*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Ellesmere Port

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 Cardiff to Ellesmere Port can result in significant cost savings.

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 to Ellesmere Port, 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 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 Cardiff to Ellesmere Port 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

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 to Ellesmere Port more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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