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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Cheapest

Average

€78

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

First Great Western Service

11:30PMCardiff Central7h17 06:47AMSouthampton Central

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06:28AMCardiff Central2h35 09:03AMSouthampton Central

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€781One-way

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07:28AMCardiff Central2h34 10:02AMSouthampton Central

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08:28AMCardiff Central2h34 11:02AMSouthampton Central

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09:28AMCardiff Central2h34 12:02PMSouthampton Central

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Train schedule from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central

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06:28AMCardiff Central2h35 09:03AMSouthampton Central

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07:28AMCardiff Central2h34 10:02AMSouthampton Central

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08:28AMCardiff Central2h34 11:02AMSouthampton Central

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09:28AMCardiff Central2h34 12:02PMSouthampton Central

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10:30AMCardiff Central2h32 01:02PMSouthampton Central

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11:30AMCardiff Central2h34 02:04PMSouthampton Central

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12:30PMCardiff Central2h33 03:03PMSouthampton Central

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01:30PMCardiff Central2h32 04:02PMSouthampton Central

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02:30PMCardiff Central2h32 05:02PMSouthampton Central

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03:31PMCardiff Central2h31 06:02PMSouthampton Central

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04:27PMCardiff Central2h35 07:02PMSouthampton Central

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05:27PMCardiff Central2h36 08:03PMSouthampton Central

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06:30PMCardiff Central2h33 09:03PMSouthampton Central

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07:30PMCardiff Central2h35 10:05PMSouthampton Central

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08:30PMCardiff Central2h36 11:06PMSouthampton Central

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11:30PMCardiff Central7h17 06:47AMSouthampton Central

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Fastest train times from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Fastest Journey

2 h 31 m

Average

2 h 32 m

Trains per day

Distance

138 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central for Southampton Central every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

First Great Western Service

03:31PMCardiff Central2h31 06:02PMSouthampton Central

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€781One-way

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10:30AMCardiff Central2h32 01:02PMSouthampton Central

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01:30PMCardiff Central2h32 04:02PMSouthampton Central

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First Great Western Service

02:30PMCardiff Central2h32 05:02PMSouthampton Central

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12:30PMCardiff Central2h33 03:03PMSouthampton Central

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€781One-way

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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central

	Distance	86 miles (138 km)
	Average train ticket price	$80 (€69)
	Train frequency	15 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Great Western Railway

Trains from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central cover the 86 miles (138 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 34 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway. Normally, there are 15 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $1 (€1), but the average price of train tickets is $80 (€69). Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Southampton Central.

Travel Tips: Trains from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Southampton Central easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central.

If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Cardiff Central to Southampton Central trains for as little as $1 (€1) in the next 7 days.

If you are looking to book your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Cardiff Central to Southampton Central train to cost on average $80 (€69) one way.

When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central by train to be approximately 86 miles (138 km).

The train time from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central is on average 2 h 34 min for the 86 mile (138 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cardiff Central and Southampton Central by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central.

The most popular departure train station with passengers for this journey, called Cardiff Central, is located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the city center of Cardiff Central.

The most popular arrival train station, Southampton Central, is located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city center of Southampton Central.

For the best Cardiff Central to Southampton Central train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Cardiff Central and Southampton Central to compare what amenities they may offer.

The average number of trains departing Cardiff Central for Southampton Central is 15 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

The first Cardiff Central to Southampton Central train departs at 6: 28 AM and the last train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central leaves at 11: 30 PM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.

The price of a one way train ticket from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central is on average $80 (€69) if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train providers offering this journey. In general, you can find train tickets between Cardiff Central and Southampton Central available a few months in advance.

Trains departing from Cardiff Central

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450507080

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center

1.1 miles (1.8 km)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30

How to get to this station?

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

Nearest Airport

Cardiff Airport
14 miles (22 km)

How to get to nearest airport?

Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located outside of the main entrance.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance

Parking

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 23: 59 | Sat: 06: 00 - 01: 30 Parking space: 388 Parking Pricing: €1. 00 for 2 hours | €2. 00 for 4 hours | €4. 00 for 1 day

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store

Dining

Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express

Car Rentals

Avis | Enterprise | Europcar

Information Desk

Helpline Contact: 03333 211202 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Trains arriving to Southampton Central

Address

Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL

Phone

+44 345 600 0650

Distance from Southampton Central to city center

1.1 miles (1.7 km)

How to get to this station?

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)

Amenities at station

Taxi

Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit

Dining

Subway | TGI Friday's | Mint Dosa

Car Rentals

Hertz | U-Drive

Information Desk

Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes | Step free access coverage: Yes | Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. | Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station | Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details | Accessible toilets: Yes | Ramp for train access: Yes | Wheelchairs available: Yes | Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

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