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Cardiff to Southbourne Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Southbourne? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 14,85 €, with average prices for this route around 31,37 €.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Su, 6. 7.
From 14,85 €
Ma, 7. 7.
From 22,05 €
Ti, 8. 7.
From 30,17 €
Ke, 9. 7.
From 22,05 €
To, 10. 7.
From 22,05 €
Pe, 11. 7.
From 30,17 €
La, 12. 7.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
09:18 Cardiff Central	13:24 Southbourne	4h 6m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:20 Cardiff Central	13:24 Southbourne	4h 4m, Changes required	Find Tickets
10:25 Cardiff Central	14:24 Southbourne	3h 59m, Changes required	Find Tickets
11:25 Cardiff Central	15:24 Southbourne	3h 59m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:25 Cardiff Central	16:24 Southbourne	3h 59m, Changes required	Find Tickets
13:25 Cardiff Central	17:24 Paris	3h 59m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to Southbourne Train Route Details

First train

09:18

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Southbourne

Journey time

3h 53m

Distance

174 km

Price

14,85 €*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Southbourne

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Southbourne can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Southbourne for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 to Southbourne, 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 to Southbourne 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Southbourne Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Cardiff to Southbourne from 14,85 €

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Cardiff to Southbourne Train prices and times

Cardiff to Southbourne Train Route Details