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Cardiff to Long Eaton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Long Eaton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €35.77, with average prices for this route around €35.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:23 4h 11m, Changes required Cardiff Central	12:34 Long Eaton	Find Tickets
09:35 3h 45m, Changes required Cardiff Central	13:20 Long Eaton	Find Tickets
10:30 4h 2m, Changes required Cardiff Central	14:32 Long Eaton	Find Tickets
10:30 4h 3m, Changes required Cardiff Central	14:33 Long Eaton	Find Tickets
11:25 4h, Changes required Cardiff Central	15:25 Long Eaton	Find Tickets
12:00 4h 23m, Changes required Cardiff Central	16:23 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Long Eaton Train Route Details

First train

08:23

Last train

21:11

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Long Eaton

Journey time

3h 39m

Distance

205 km

Price

€35.77*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Long Eaton

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Long Eaton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 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 Cardiff to Long Eaton, 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 Cardiff to Long Eaton 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 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.

Cardiff to Long Eaton 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Cardiff to Long Eaton Train prices and times

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