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Southampton to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton to Cardiff Central, starting from 5,830 OMR and averaging 54,940 OMR. The entire journey takes no more than 2 tuntia 12 minuuttia. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:11
2 tuntia 38 minuuttia, Direct
Southampton Central
18:49
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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16:23
2 tuntia 14 minuuttia, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
18:37
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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16:38
2 tuntia 58 minuuttia, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
19:36
Cardiff Central
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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17:11
2 tuntia 40 minuuttia, Direct
Southampton Central
19:51
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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17:23
2 tuntia 51 minuuttia, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
20:14
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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17:32
3 tuntia 6 minuuttia, Changes required
Southampton Airport Parkway
20:38
Paris
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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Southampton to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:23
Last train
Last train
22:22
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
2 tuntia 12 minuuttia
Distance
Distance
139 km
Price
Price
5,830 OMR*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Southampton to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southampton to Cardiff Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Southampton to Cardiff Central 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

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 Southampton to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton to Cardiff Central 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.