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Ilford to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Ilford to Cardiff Central, starting from KWD 11.760 and averaging KWD 12.230. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 28m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:06
Ilford
08:05
Cardiff Central
7h 59m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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00:21
Ilford
08:05
Cardiff Central
7h 44m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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05:58
Ilford
08:39
Cardiff Central
2h 41m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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06:21
Ilford
09:08
Cardiff Central
2h 47m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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06:59
Ilford
09:35
Cardiff Central
2h 36m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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07:31
Ilford
10:09
Paris
2h 38m, Changes requiredElizabeth lineGreat Western Railway
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Ilford to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:06
Last train
Last train
22:43
Departure station
Departure station
Ilford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 28m
Distance
Distance
226 km
Price
Price
KWD 11.760*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilford to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Ilford to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilford to Cardiff Central 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Ilford to Cardiff Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ilford to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Ilford to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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