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

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $48.90, with average prices for this route around $50.86. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
06:28 Cardiff Central	11:00 Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)	4h 32m, Changes required	Red Funnel	Find Tickets
08:27 Cardiff Central	13:00 Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)	4h 33m, Changes required	Red Funnel	Find Tickets
09:28 Cardiff Central	14:00 Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)	4h 32m, Changes required	Red Funnel	Find Tickets
10:30 Cardiff Central	15:00 Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)	4h 30m, Changes required	Red Funnel	Find Tickets
11:30 Cardiff Central	16:00 Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)	4h 30m, Changes required	Red Funnel	Find Tickets
12:30 Cardiff Central	17:00 Paris	4h 30m, Changes required	Red Funnel	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) Train Route Details

First train

06:28

Last train

21:20

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship)

Journey time

4h 30m

Distance

97 miles

Price

$48.90*

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

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

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 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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

Cardiff to Cowes East (Red Funnel Ship) Train Route Details