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Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 16,16 €, with average prices for this route around 16,81 €. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:07 Cardiff Central	09:18 Portsmouth Harbour	4h 11m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:28 Cardiff Central	09:53 Portsmouth Harbour	3h 25m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Cardiff Central	10:52 Portsmouth Harbour	3h 25m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:27 Cardiff Central	11:52 Portsmouth Harbour	3h 25m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:37 Cardiff Central	12:48 Portsmouth Harbour	4h 11m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:28 Cardiff Central	12:52 Paris	3h 24m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour Train Route Details

First train

05:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Portsmouth Harbour

Journey time

3h 21m

Distance

164 km

Price

16,16 €*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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