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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Chichester
Showing times and prices for 22 Mar
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
182 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Chichester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Chichester will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Fast trains
To travel from Cardiff to Chichester you need to make at least one change.
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17:253h56
Cardiff21:21Chichester
£1041One-way
1 change
18:253h56
Cardiff22:21Chichester
£1041One-way
1 change
19:253h56
Cardiff23:21Chichester
£1041One-way
1 change
09:184h03
Cardiff13:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
10:253h56
Cardiff14:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
13:263h55
Cardiff17:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
10:253h56
Cardiff14:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
11:253h56
Cardiff15:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
12:253h56
Cardiff16:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
14:253h56
Cardiff18:21Chichester
£1121One-way
1 change
Live departures
Cardiff to Chichester train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Chichester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 22:00
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:18 Cardiff | 4h03 | 13:21 Chichester | 1 change | |
| 10:25 Cardiff | 3h56 | 14:21 Chichester | 1 change | |
| 11:25 Cardiff | 3h56 | 15:21 Chichester | 1 change | |
| 12:25 Cardiff | 3h56 | 16:21 Chichester | 1 change | |
| 13:26 Cardiff | 3h55 | 17:21 Chichester | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Chichester
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Trains from Cardiff to Chichester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 4h 38m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 04:23 |
Last train 20:33 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff to Chichester trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Chichester from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 38m
Cheapest Price
£40
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
£107
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Chichester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Chichester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chichester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Chichester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Cardiff to Chichester covers a distance of 182 km and takes approximately 4h 38m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Chichester is 182 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Chichester leaves at 4:23.
The last train from Cardiff to Chichester departs at 20:33.
Trains from Cardiff to Chichester run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Chichester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Chichester.
To travel from Cardiff to Chichester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Chichester.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Chichester is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Chichester station (CCH).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chichester is by train, costing approximately £40.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Chichester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Chichester offers a pleasant view of the British countryside, passing through areas such as the Cotswolds and South Downs, providing scenic landscapes and charming rural vistas.
A day trip from Cardiff to Chichester is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 38m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the 182 km.
To enjoy Chichester's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local dining, plan for a 2 to 3-day visit.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Chichester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Chichester
Cardiff
Chichester
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Chichester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in Chichester is Chichester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chichester for your journey to Chichester from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 20:00 Saturday 05:10 - 20:00 Sunday 06:40 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting shelters are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Outside both station entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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