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Salisbury to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Salisbury to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$16.79, with average prices for this route around AU$16.79. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:42 2 hours 7 minutes, Direct Salisbury	14:49 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:07 2 hours 27 minutes, Changes required Salisbury	15:34 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
13:42 2 hours 4 minutes, Direct Salisbury	15:46 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
14:43 2 hours 7 minutes, Direct Salisbury	16:50 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
15:42 2 hours 7 minutes, Direct Salisbury	17:49 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
16:42 2 hours 7 minutes, Direct Salisbury	18:49 Paris	Find Tickets

Salisbury to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

06:06

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Salisbury

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

2 hours 2 minutes

Distance

105 km

Price

AU$16.79*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Salisbury to Cardiff

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 Salisbury to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

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 Salisbury 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Salisbury to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Salisbury to Cardiff 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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Salisbury to Cardiff Train prices and times

Salisbury to Cardiff Train Route Details