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Compare train and coach for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 164 km
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Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 02:03
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:24 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h02 | 11:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3h17 | 12:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 16:14. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 17m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 16:14 |
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 £13
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £13. 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
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
£59
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£107
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £70.
The train journey from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) covers a distance of 164 km and takes approximately 3h 17m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is 164 km.
The first train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 5:05.
The last train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) departs at 16:14.
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Yes, there is a direct train between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Cardiff Central (CDF). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
To get from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The journey from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central offers a variety of landscapes, including coastal views near Portsmouth, rolling countryside, and the scenic Severn Estuary as you approach Cardiff.
A day trip from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Central is not feasible as the travel time is 3h 17m. However, there are 6 trains per day, covering a distance of 164 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Portsmouth
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your trip from Portsmouth to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost 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)
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