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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Fareham
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Fareham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Fareham will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff for Fareham on Sat, Nov 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Fareham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Fareham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€108 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Fareham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Fareham trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 PM Cardiff | 2h57 | 5:27 PM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:27 PM Cardiff | 3h03 | 7:30 PM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 15 | |||||
| 4:14 AM Cardiff | 3h35 | 7:49 AM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Cardiff | 2h57 | 12:27 PM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Fareham
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Trains from Cardiff to Fareham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff to Fareham trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Fareham from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Fareham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Fareham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fareham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Fareham
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
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- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- 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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- 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
- 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)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
- Type of shops available: Kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible toilets are available on all platforms. The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets are available on all platforms. The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Western Way
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