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Outbound fromOlton to Cardiff Central by train
It takes an average of 10h 41m to travel from Olton to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Olton to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £34 when you book in advance.
| First train | 19:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:14 | |
| Departure station | Olton | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 51m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £34 | |
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Travelling from Olton to Cardiff Central by train
Looking to travel from Olton to Cardiff Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 41 minutes to travel from Olton to Cardiff Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 51 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 89 miles (143 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cardiff Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Cardiff Central – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Olton to Cardiff Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £34.00.
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Cheap train tickets from Olton to Cardiff Central
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Olton to Cardiff Central is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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