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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£115
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
31
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 31 trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF), including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
G150047:203h32Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)10:52Cardiff Central (CDF)£721One-way0 changes- G150026:013h45Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)9:46Cardiff Central (CDF)£721One-way0 changes
- W3504019:233h27Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)22:50Cardiff Central (CDF)£721One-way0 changes
- G1502720:243h27Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)23:51Cardiff Central (CDF)£721One-way0 changes
- G1502117:243h23Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)20:47Cardiff Central (CDF)£721One-way0 changes
- G1502318:243h21Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)21:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£781One-way0 changes
- G1500910:233h22Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)13:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£781One-way0 changes
- G15128 · W34618+
L795929:153h22Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)12:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£1291One-way2 changes - G150058:233h23Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)11:46Cardiff Central (CDF)£781One-way0 changes
- W3499912:233h23Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)15:46Cardiff Central (CDF)£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 20m.
Live departures
Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15002 | On time 6:01 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h45 | 9:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14935+L79919+ G00851 | Delayed 7:43 6:24Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h48 | 10:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G14936+L79922+G00739 | Delayed 8:13 6:50Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h47 | 10:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15004 | On time 7:20 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h32 | 10:52 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14937+L84472+G00855 | Delayed 8:43 7:25Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h42 | 11:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| C03041 · G14938+L79928 | On time 7:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h45 | 11:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15005 | On time 8:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h23 | 11:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15128 · W34618+L79592 | 9:15 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h22 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15007 | 9:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h26 | 12:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03050 · W35417+L79940 | Delayed 10:23 9:55Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h41 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15009 | On time 10:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h22 | 13:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03055 · W34624+L79946 | Delayed 11:32 10:55Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h42 | 14:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15011 | On time 11:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h26 | 14:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03060 · W35418+L79952 | Delayed 12:28 11:55Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h41 | 15:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W34999 | 12:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h23 | 15:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03065 · W34630+L79958 | Delayed 13:33 12:55Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h43 | 16:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15014 | On time 13:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h27 | 16:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03070 · W34634+L79964 | Delayed 14:26 13:55Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h42 | 17:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15016 | On time 14:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h26 | 17:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03075 · W34637+L79970 | Delayed 15:22 14:55Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h42 | 18:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15018 | On time 15:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h27 | 18:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03080 · G14942+L79976 | On time 15:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h43 | 19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15020 | On time 16:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h29 | 19:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03085 · G14944+L79982 | On time 16:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h42 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15021 | On time 17:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h23 | 20:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79988 · L79302+W34648 | On time 17:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h43 | 21:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15023 | On time 18:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h21 | 21:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L79994 · L79303+G14945 | 18:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h52 | 22:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W35041 | 19:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h33 | 22:56 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03102 · W35426+L84475 | 19:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h51 | 23:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G15026 | 20:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h33 | 23:57 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03106 · G14947+L84477 | 20:55 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 4h12 | 1:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 19:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
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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