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Cardiff Central to Didcot Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Didcot? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 50.16, with average prices for this route around NZD 50.16. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:07 1 hour 28 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	06:35 Didcot Parkway	Find Tickets
05:54 1 hour 18 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:12 Didcot Parkway	Find Tickets
06:51 1 hour 18 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	08:09 Didcot Parkway	Find Tickets
07:23 1 hour 32 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	08:55 Didcot Parkway	Find Tickets
07:49 1 hour 28 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	09:17 Didcot Parkway	Find Tickets
08:37 1 hour 24 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	10:01 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Didcot Train Route Details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Didcot

Journey time

1 hour 14 minutes

Distance

135 km

Price

NZD 50.16*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Didcot

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Didcot can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Didcot for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Didcot, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Didcot ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Didcot more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Didcot train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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