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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chichester to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chichester to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chichester to Cardiff will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chichester for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:394h37Chichester12:16Cardiff£541One-way0 changes
- 7:394h37Chichester12:16Cardiff£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chichester to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chichester to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, and a coach costs an average of £60.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chichester to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Chichester to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:39 Chichester | 4h37 | 12:16 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chichester to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chichester to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern from Chichester to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Chichester and Cardiff from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chichester to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chichester to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chichester and Cardiff
Most Chichester to Cardiff trains use the Chichester to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Chichester and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chichester station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Chichester from Chichester city centre
Chichester train station facilities and services
Chichester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chichester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chichester. ATMs are available at Chichester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chichester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chichester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chichester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chichester: 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.
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.
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