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Dawlish to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dawlish to Cardiff Central, starting from £27.50 and averaging £27.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 17m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:29 2h 49m, Changes required Dawlish Warren	18:18 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:54 2h 42m, Changes required Dawlish Warren	18:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:17 3h 5m, Changes required Dawlish Warren	19:22 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:52 2h 45m, Changes required Dawlish Warren	19:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
17:53 2h 43m, Changes required Dawlish Warren	20:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
18:54 2h 42m, Changes required Dawlish Warren	21:36 Paris	Find Tickets

Dawlish to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

00:30

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Dawlish

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

2h 17m

Distance

102 km

Price

£27.50*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Dawlish 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 Dawlish 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

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%

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 Dawlish 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%

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 Dawlish 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 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 Dawlish to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Dawlish to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Dawlish to Cardiff Central Train Route Details