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Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $48.85, with average prices for this route around $50.81.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:28
Cardiff Central
11:00
Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)
4h 32m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayRed Funnel
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08:27
Cardiff Central
13:00
Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)
4h 33m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayRed Funnel
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09:28
Cardiff Central
14:00
Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)
4h 32m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayRed Funnel
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10:30
Cardiff Central
15:00
Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)
4h 30m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayRed Funnel
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11:30
Cardiff Central
16:00
Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)
4h 30m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayRed Funnel
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12:30
Cardiff Central
17:00
Paris
4h 30m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayRed Funnel
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Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:28
Last train
Last train
21:20
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)
Journey time
Journey time
4h 30m
Distance
Distance
97 miles
Price
Price
$48.85*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Red Funnel

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) 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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) Train Ticket Types

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