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Risca to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Risca to Cardiff, starting from NZD 12.23 and averaging NZD 12.96. The entire journey takes no more than 28m. 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	Duration	Find Tickets
06:37 Risca & Pontymister	07:06 Cardiff Central	29m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:08 Risca & Pontymister	07:50 Cardiff Central	42m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:37 Risca & Pontymister	08:05 Cardiff Central	28m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:08 Risca & Pontymister	08:48 Cardiff Central	40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:37 Risca & Pontymister	09:05 Cardiff Central	28m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:08 Risca & Pontymister	09:51 Paris	43m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Risca to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:37

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Risca

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

28m

Distance

16 km

Price

NZD 12.23*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Risca to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Risca to Cardiff 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 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 Risca to Cardiff, 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 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 Risca to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Risca to Cardiff Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Risca to Cardiff Train prices and times

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