Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$77

Fastest journey

2 h 32 m

Average duration

2 h 34 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

138 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Mon, Jul 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Great Western Rail
07:30PM2h37
Cardiff Central (CDF)
10:07PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$381One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
10:30AM2h32
Cardiff Central (CDF)
01:02PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$871One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
02:30PM2h32
Cardiff Central (CDF)
05:02PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$871One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
11:30AM3h34
Cardiff Central (CDF)
03:04PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$871One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
09:28AM2h34
Cardiff Central (CDF)
12:02PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$871One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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€57

Average price

€31

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3h 8m

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2h 38m

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30m

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6h 54m

Average total duration

6h 24m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $20 (€16)
Distance
85 miles (138 km)
Average train duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$24 (€19)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 29m
First train
04:07
Last train
20:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $20 (€16)

Train companies: Great Western Rail and first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains

Buy your official Great Western Rail and first_great_western train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) from $33 (€26) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU) train information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: $33

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
  • 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your journey to Southampton from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Southampton Central
  • 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)

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