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Outbound fromBicester Village to Cardiff Central by train
It takes an average of 4h 0m to travel from Bicester Village to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 92 miles (147 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Bicester Village to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £45 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:01 | |
| Departure station | Bicester Village | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 14m | |
| Distance | 92 miles (147 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Chiltern Railways |
About the train journey from Bicester Village to Cardiff Central
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The train from Bicester Village to Cardiff Central usually takes 4 hours on average to travel 92 miles (147 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 14 minutes. You can expect to find 53 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cardiff Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or Chiltern Railways, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Bicester Village to Cardiff Central if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £45.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Bicester Village to Cardiff Central
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bicester Village to Cardiff Central is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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