Trains from Newcastle to Cardiff from $30.52*

Trains from Newcastle to Cardiff from $30.52*

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Newcastle to Cardiff Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Newcastle to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $30.52, with average prices for this route around $109.12.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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16:40
Newcastle
22:29
Cardiff Central
5h 49m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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17:40
Newcastle
23:44
Cardiff Central
6h 4m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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18:40
Newcastle
00:27+1
Cardiff Central
5h 47m, Changes requiredCrossCountryTransport for Wales
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19:41
Newcastle
09:26+1
Cardiff Central
13h 45m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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22:54
Newcastle
09:26+1
Cardiff Central
10h 32m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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22:54
Newcastle
10:26+1
Paris
11h 32m, Changes requiredLNERCrossCountry
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Newcastle to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Newcastle to Cardiff train ticket is from $30.52. The average travel time is 4h 59m, covering a distance of approximately 221 miles. There are usually 19 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway,LNER. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
07:40
Last train
Last train
22:54
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 59m
Distance
Distance
221 miles
Price
Price
$30.52*

Newcastle to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Newcastle to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains running from Newcastle to Cardiff will typically depart from Newcastle and arrive at Cardiff Central. The journey takes around 4h 59m.

Book cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Cardiff

Finding cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Cardiff doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Newcastle to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Newcastle to Cardiff cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Newcastle to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.