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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: August 19 atDeparture city: YorkDeparture location: YorkArrival time: August 19 atDestination city: CardiffDestination location: Cardiff CentralOperated by: CrossCountry
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Busbud recommends carpooling from York to CardiffAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train York to Cardiff: Trip Overview
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Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $132
York to Cardiff Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from York to Cardiff was searched and found on Aug 19, 2025 with a price of $226To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $226 to $250 for a train ticket from York to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $226 which is on 2025-08-19.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from York to Cardiff is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between York and Cardiff, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from York to Cardiff, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, 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 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
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