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Trains to Cardiff Central from Windsor & Eton Riverside
It takes an average of 3h 59m to travel from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 111 miles (178 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £41 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:44 | |
| Departure station | Windsor & Eton Riverside | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 22m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (178 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £41 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travel by train from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central
Looking to travel from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central takes around 3 hours 59 minutes, but can take just 2 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 10 trains per day from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central.
You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and South Western Railway.
Book your ticket from £41.00 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
Start your search for train tickets from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central in our Journey Planner.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Windsor & Eton Riverside 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
Train tickets from Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central start at £41§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
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If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
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4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Windsor & Eton Riverside to Cardiff Central is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.