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The cheapest and fastest trains from Fareham to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 24 Nov
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
156 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fareham to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fareham to Cardiff will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Fareham for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
09:353h09
Fareham12:44Cardiff
£401One-way
0 changes
04:104h30
Fareham08:40Cardiff
£721One-way
0 changes
09:353h09
Fareham12:44Cardiff
£401One-way
0 changes
04:104h30
Fareham08:40Cardiff
£721One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Fareham to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fareham to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 156 km
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3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fareham to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Fareham to Cardiff trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:46
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:46 Fareham | 3h47 | 11:33 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:34 Fareham | 3h54 | 12:28 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Fareham | 3h10 | 12:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:33 Fareham | 3h07 | 12:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 04:10 Fareham | 4h30 | 08:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fareham to Cardiff
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Trains from Fareham to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 57m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 21:24 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Fareham to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Fareham and Cardiff from £15. 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
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
£34
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
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
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£101
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Fareham to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fareham 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.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
A day trip from Fareham to Cardiff is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 57m. Trains run 4 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Fareham to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £55.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
The cheapest way to get from Fareham to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train distance from Fareham to Cardiff is 156 km.
Booking trains from Fareham to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Fareham to Cardiff departs at 21:24.
Yes, there is a direct train between Fareham and Cardiff. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
There is no night train service from Fareham to Cardiff.
The train journey from Fareham to Cardiff covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Fareham that goes to Cardiff is Fareham station (FRM), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
The first train from Fareham to Cardiff leaves at 5:04.
Trains from Fareham to Cardiff run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Fareham to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from Fareham to Cardiff.
To get from Fareham to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Fareham to Cardiff offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire and the Severn Estuary, providing a glimpse of rolling hills, lush landscapes, and the iconic Severn Bridge.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fareham and Cardiff
Fareham
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Fareham is Fareham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fareham for your trip from Fareham to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible toilets are available on all platforms. The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets are available on all platforms. The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Fareham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Western Way
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cathays. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cathays for your journey to Cardiff from Fareham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 08:10 - 14:40 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Transport for Wales
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a footbridge with lifts. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from the station car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with lifts
- 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: There are two ticket machines. One accepts cash and the other accepts payment by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the Pontypridd-bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Llandaf
- Onward travel information: No bus stops at station but available nearby in Station Road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside The Railway Inn for Cardiff direction; opposite side of the road for Pontypridd direction.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The bicycle stands can be found on Platform 1 (to Cardiff).
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Ninian Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station entrance on Leckwith Road close to traffic lights
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