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It takes an average of 8h 29m to travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 133 miles (214 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £124.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:48 | |
| Departure station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 5h 15m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (214 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £124.10 | |
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About the train journey from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central
Want to travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central usually takes 8 hours 29 minutes on average to travel 133 miles (214 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 15 minutes. You can expect to find 21 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Cardiff Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £124.10. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from St Ives (Cornwall) to Cardiff Central starts at £124.10 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
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