Cheap Train Tickets from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central
For a train from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central, you’ll get fares as low as £13.00* by purchasing advance tickets, with an average fare of approximately £68.49. To ensure the most cost-effective train journey, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more options regarding cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
Portsmouth to Cardiff Central Live Train Timetable
Check out trains from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central today (8 Sep 2024) using our timetable below, including train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. You can view the full day or a different day train timetable here.
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Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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07:37 Portsmouth & Southsea | 11:27 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 50m | South Western Railway | Find tickets | |
08:37 Portsmouth & Southsea | 12:33 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 56m | South Western Railway | Find tickets | |
09:14 Portsmouth & Southsea | 12:40 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 26m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
09:37 Portsmouth & Southsea | 13:34 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 57m | South Western Railway | Find tickets | |
10:13 Portsmouth & Southsea | 13:40 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
10:37 Portsmouth & Southsea | 14:34 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 57m | South Western Railway | Find tickets | |
11:14 Portsmouth & Southsea | 14:40 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 26m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
11:37 Portsmouth & Southsea | 15:39 Cardiff Central | On time | 4h 2m | South Western Railway | Find tickets |
Portsmouth to Cardiff Central Train Journey Information
Plan your journey from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
First train | 07:37 |
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Last train | 22:37 |
Departure station | Portsmouth |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central |
Distance | 101 miles (163 km) |
Journey time | From 3h 15m |
Price | From £13.00 |
Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry |
Portsmouth to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide
Travelling by train from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring that they arrive on time. For a smooth travel experience, please check out our Train Journey Planner.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central takes approximately 3h 15m. The first train departs at 07:37 and the last train leaves at 22:37. 24 trains run daily from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central. Use our Train Journey Planner and Timetable for more details.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
You can travel from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is about £68.49, with the cheapest fare at £13.00*. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30. (Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00). Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.
Train Stations
You can choose to start from Newport (South Wales),Swansea,Bridgend,Caerphilly,Barry,Cwmbran,Trefforest,or Pontyclun Station to Cardiff Central by train.
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