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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Plymouth | Cardiff Central | Cheapest | |||||
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| St Budeaux Ferry Road | Cardiff Central | No tags | |||||
| St Budeaux Ferry Road | Cardiff Central | No tags | |||||
| Plymouth | Cardiff Central | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Plymouth to Cardiff: Trip Overview
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Plymouth to Cardiff Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Plymouth - Cardiff
How much does a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Cardiff cost?
The average train ticket price from Plymouth to Cardiff is US$134. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Plymouth to Cardiff?
A train trip between Plymouth and Cardiff is around 3h 41m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 57m. This is the time it takes to travel the 141 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Plymouth and Cardiff?
The number of trains from Plymouth to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Plymouth to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Plymouth to Cardiff?
When taking the train from Plymouth to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Cardiff was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$116To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$116 to US$192 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$116, which is on 2025-11-01.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Plymouth and Cardiff is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cardiff.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Plymouth and Cardiff, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Plymouth to Cardiff while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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