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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Irvine to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Irvine to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Irvine to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$122.90, with average prices for this route around AU$127.82.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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23:27
11h 22m, Changes required
Irvine
10:49
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Cardiff Central
ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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23:27
12h 10m, Changes required
Irvine
11:37
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ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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Irvine to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:20
Last train
Last train
23:27
Departure station
Departure station
Irvine
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
7h 29m
Distance
Distance
471 km
Price
Price
AU$122.90*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Irvine to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Irvine to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Irvine 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Irvine 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%

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 Irvine 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

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.

Irvine to Cardiff Central train ticket types

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