Find a train from Cardiff to Southampton

How much time will it take to go from Cardiff to Southampton by train?

The journey between Cardiff and Southampton by train usually takes 3 h 2 min to cover a distance of 87.0 mi. The shortest journey from Cardiff to Southampton will take you 2 h 20 min. Remember, as always, that this time does not include any delays that might occur due to weather conditions, construction, or unexpected diversions and disruptions. If arriving in Southampton quickly is a priority for you, look for express or non-stop services. You may also find that a connecting route reaches your destination faster than some direct journeys. Virail will allow you to explore all your options and come to a decision that suits your needs.

When do departures from Cardiff to Southampton leave?

The first daily departure from Cardiff to Southampton leaves at 07:26, while the last journey of the day sets out at 00:30. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Cardiff and Southampton. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking.

When traveling from Cardiff to Southampton by train, which stations can I use?

In Cardiff, departure stations include Cardiff Central [ CDF ] and Cardiff Central. When you arrive in Southampton, you may be able to disembark at stations such as Southampton Airport Parkway [ SOA ], Southampton Central [ SOU ] and Southampton Central. Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many daily journeys are there from Cardiff to Southampton?

You will be able to travel from Cardiff to Southampton using companies such as Nationalrail and Great Western Railway. Combined, these providers offer an average of 36 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to 36 departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Cardiff to Southampton using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, 15 direct connections from Cardiff to Southampton each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 21 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week.