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It takes an average of 4h 25m to travel from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 111 miles (179 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £25.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:03 | |
| Departure station | Leighton Buzzard | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 35m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (179 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central in 3 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 25 minutes to travel the 111 miles (179 km) from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Cardiff Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £25.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cardiff Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Leighton Buzzard to Cardiff Central?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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