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It takes an average of 7h 31m to travel from Market Rasen to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 178 miles (287 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Market Rasen to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £78.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:41 | |
| Departure station | Market Rasen | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 51m | |
| Distance | 178 miles (287 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £78.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Market Rasen to Cardiff Central in 4 hours 51 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Market Rasen to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 31 minutes to travel the 178 miles (287 km) from Market Rasen to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 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 Market Rasen to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £78.50. 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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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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.