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Newcastle to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Newcastle to Cardiff Bay, starting from €104.73 and averaging €104.73. The entire journey takes no more than 5h 42m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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10:35 5h 49m, Changes required Newcastle	16:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
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12:36 5h 48m, Changes required Newcastle	18:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
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Newcastle to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

05:28

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Newcastle

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

5h 42m

Distance

404 km

Price

€104.73*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Cardiff Bay

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Newcastle to Cardiff Bay 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Newcastle to Cardiff Bay 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%

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 Newcastle to Cardiff Bay, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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.

Newcastle to Cardiff Bay 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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