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Nairn to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Nairn to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CNY 1,050.33, with average prices for this route around CNY 3,128.54. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:14 11 hours 32 minutes, Changes required Nairn	16:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:09 10 hours 37 minutes, Changes required Nairn	16:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:09 11 hours 56 minutes, Changes required Nairn	18:05 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:21 10 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Nairn	17:44 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:21 11 hours 25 minutes, Changes required Nairn	18:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:10 10 hours 36 minutes, Changes required Nairn	18:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Nairn to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

05:14

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Nairn

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

10 hours 23 minutes

Distance

682 km

Price

CNY 1,050.33*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Nairn to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Nairn to Cardiff 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Nairn to Cardiff, 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 Nairn to Cardiff 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Nairn to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Nairn to Cardiff train ticket types

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Trains from Nairn to Cardiff from CNY 1,050.33

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Nairn to Cardiff Train prices and times

Nairn to Cardiff Train Route Details