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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southall to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
194 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southall to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southall to Cardiff will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Southall 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 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
03:333h32
Southall07:05Cardiff
£651One-way
0 changes
04:173h22
Southall07:39Cardiff
£711One-way
0 changes
04:173h22
Southall07:39Cardiff
£711One-way
0 changes
03:333h32
Southall07:05Cardiff
£651One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southall to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southall 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 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 194 km
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£48 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southall to Cardiff train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:22
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:33 Southall | 3h32 | 07:05 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:17 Southall | 3h22 | 07:39 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:16 Southall | 2h53 | 14:09 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:39 Southall | 2h30 | 14:09 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southall to Cardiff
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Trains from Southall to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
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 194 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 22:31 |
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, Elizabeth Line from Southall to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Southall 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 21m
Cheapest Price
£36
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
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£118
Elizabeth Line frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Southall to Cardiff train
FAQs: Travel by train from Southall to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southall to Cardiff.
The train distance from Southall to Cardiff is 194 km.
To get from Southall to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Southall to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southall to Cardiff covers a distance of 194 km and takes approximately 2h 21m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Southall to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The first train from Southall to Cardiff leaves at 4:33.
The last train from Southall to Cardiff departs at 22:31.
The cheapest way to get from Southall to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Trains from Southall to Cardiff run approximately 4 times per day.
The train station in Southall that goes to Cardiff is Southall station (STL), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southall to Cardiff.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southall to Cardiff.
There is no night train service from Southall to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from Southall to Cardiff.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southall and Cardiff
Southall
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Southall is Southall. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southall for your trip from Southall to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Male toilets are located on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barriers.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Southall
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Paddington: Bus Stop N on Railway Bridge. Towards Slough: Bus Stop O next to Station Building Click here for map
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 Southall.
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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
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)
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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