Cheap Train Tickets from Cardiff to Portsmouth
For a train from Cardiff to Portsmouth, advance tickets can be as low as £13.00, while fares on average are £46.69. To secure the cheapest train ticket, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more affordable options, please refer to our train ticket calendar.
Cardiff to Portsmouth Live Train Timetable
Find trains from Cardiff to Portsmouth today (20 May 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. View the full-day timetable or search for different dates here.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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14:18 Cardiff Central | 17:34 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 16m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:30 Cardiff Central | 17:47 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 17m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
15:30 Cardiff Central | 18:49 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 19m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
16:27 Cardiff Central | 19:47 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 20m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
17:27 Cardiff Central | 20:47 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 20m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
17:54 Cardiff Central | 21:19 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 25m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
18:30 Cardiff Central | 21:44 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 14m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
19:30 Cardiff Central | 22:59 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 29m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
20:30 Cardiff Central | 23:48 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 3h 18m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
21:20 Cardiff Central | 06:16 Portsmouth & Southsea | On time | 8h 56m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
Cardiff to Portsmouth Train Journey Information
Experience seamless journey planning from Cardiff to Portsmouth. Explore the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and pricing options to optimise your trip.
| First train | 05:07 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 22:18 |
| Departure station | Cardiff |
| Arrival station | Portsmouth |
| Distance | 101 miles |
| Journey time | From 3h 14m |
| Price | From £13.00 |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway |
Cardiff to Portsmouth Train Travel Guide
Train travel from Cardiff to Portsmouth offers convenient and efficient commuting or exploration for passengers to enjoy timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Cardiff to Portsmouth takes approximately 3h 14m. There are an average of 05:07 trains per day running from Cardiff to Portsmouth. The first train departs at 05:07, while the last train leaves at 22:18. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train from Cardiff to Portsmouth Split Ticket and Advance tickets are available. The average fare is approx £46.69 and the cheapest fare is £13.00. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) Accurate ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class.
Train Stations
You can choose to start from Havant,or Petersfield Station to Portsmouth by train.
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| Cardiff to London | Portsmouth to Cardiff |
| - | Portsmouth to Havant |
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