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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Southport
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Cardiff to Southport you need to make at least 2 changes.
4:334h45Cardiff9:18SouthportFind prices2 changes- 6:464h32Cardiff11:18SouthportFind prices2 changes
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- 9:534h25Cardiff14:18SouthportFind prices2 changes
- 16:164h14Cardiff20:30Southport£1331One-way2 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £46, and a coach costs an average of £59.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Southport trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:10 Cardiff | 10h38 | 6:48 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 21:35 Cardiff | 10h13 | 7:48 Southport | 3 changes | |
| 22:21 Cardiff | 8h57 | 7:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 4:33 Cardiff | 4h45 | 9:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 5:49 Cardiff | 4h29 | 10:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 6:46 Cardiff | 4h32 | 11:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 7:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 12:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 8:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 13:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 9:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 14:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 10:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 15:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 11:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 16:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 12:54 Cardiff | 4h24 | 17:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 13:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 18:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 14:50 Cardiff | 4h28 | 19:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 15:51 Cardiff | 4h27 | 20:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 16:16 Cardiff | 4h14 | 20:30 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 16:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 21:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 17:53 Cardiff | 4h25 | 22:18 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 18:23 Cardiff | 4h40 | 23:03 Southport | 2 changes | |
| 18:53 Cardiff | 5h05 | 23:58 Southport | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Southport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Southport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 20:03 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Southport trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Southport from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Southport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Southport 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 Southport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Southport
Most Cardiff to Southport trains use the Cardiff Central to Southport station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Lisvane & Thornhill from Cardiff city centre
Lisvane & Thornhill is 7 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisvane & Thornhill train station facilities and services
Lisvane & Thornhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lisvane & Thornhill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisvane & Thornhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Rhymney) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via Clos Llysfaen and a ramp with a shallow gradient. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Southport station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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