Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central train

Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Cheapest

-

Average

96

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

First Great Western Service
09:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea8h54 06:21AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
06:05AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h41 09:46AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
07:26AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h26 10:52AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
08:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h19 11:46AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
09:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 12:45PMCardiff Central
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Train schedule from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 28
First Great Western Service
06:05AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h41 09:46AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
07:26AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h26 10:52AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
08:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h19 11:46AMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
09:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 12:45PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
10:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h22 01:49PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
11:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h21 02:48PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
12:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h23 03:50PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
01:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 04:45PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
02:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h23 05:50PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
03:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h19 06:46PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
04:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h22 07:49PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
05:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h19 08:46PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
06:29PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 09:47PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
07:29PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h29 10:58PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
08:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h31 11:58PMCardiff Central
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First Great Western Service
09:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea8h54 06:21AMCardiff Central
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Fastest Journey

3 h 18 m

Average

3 h 18 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

164 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Portsmouth & Southsea for Cardiff 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
09:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 12:45PMCardiff Central
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961One-way
First Great Western Service
01:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 04:45PMCardiff Central
0 transfers
961One-way
First Great Western Service
06:29PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h18 09:47PMCardiff Central
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961One-way
First Great Western Service
08:27AMPortsmouth & Southsea3h19 11:46AMCardiff Central
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961One-way
First Great Western Service
03:27PMPortsmouth & Southsea3h19 06:46PMCardiff Central
0 transfers
961One-way

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Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central

distanceDistance102 miles (164 km)
priceAverage train ticket price$93 (€81)
frequencyTrain frequency15 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 14 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesGreat Western Railway

Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central cover the 102 miles (164 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 22 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 $93 (€81). Travelers depart most frequently from Portsmouth & Southsea and arrive in Cardiff Central.

Travel Tips: Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Cardiff 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 Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central.
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Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central can start from as little as $1 (€1) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central is $93 (€81); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central is 3 h 22 min  to travel the 102 mile (164 km) long journey, with around there are 15 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central leaves at 6: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner  from Omio.
The last train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central leaves at 10: 12 PM.
There are 15 trains a day from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central which require at least one change with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 12 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth & Southsea and Cardiff Central including taking a bus or train.

Trains departing from Portsmouth & Southsea

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Distance from Portsmouth & Southsea to city center
Distance from Portsmouth & Southsea to city center
0.1 miles (80 m)
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at station
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Located outside front of station with 2 steps to road or dropped curb.
Dining
Dining
Leliamezze | Viet Quan | The Italian Bar & Bistro | Subway
Information Desk
Information Desk
Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No

Trains arriving to Cardiff Central

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
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?
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
Nearest Airport
Cardiff Airport
14 miles (22 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
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
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located outside of the main entrance.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Parking
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
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Dining
Dining
Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Helpline Contact: 03333 211202 | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

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