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Cathays to Winchester by train

First train

04:38

Last train

22:31

Departure station

Cathays

Arrival station

Winchester

Journey time

From 2h 25m

Distance

85 miles (138 km)

Frequency

21 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Cathays to Winchester in 2 hours 25 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Cathays to Winchester? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 30 minutes to travel the 85 miles (138 km) from Cathays to Winchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to Winchester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Cathays to Winchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Winchester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cathays to Winchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Cathays to Winchester take?

The average journey time by train between Cathays and Winchester is 4 hours and 30 minutes, with around 21 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Cathays and Winchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cathays to Winchester is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cathays to Winchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Cathays to Winchester. Travelling from Cathays to Winchester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Cathays to Winchester leave?

The first train from Cathays to Winchester leaves at 04:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cathays to Winchester leave?

The last train from Cathays to Winchester leaves at 22:31. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Cathays and Winchester by train?

Trains travelling from Cathays to Winchester cover a distance of around 85 miles (138 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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