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It takes an average of 3h 24m to travel from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (163 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £42.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:32 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 11m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (163 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £42.50 | |
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Travelling from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central by train
Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 24 minutes to travel from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 53 trains per day running along the 101 miles (163 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Cardiff Central. Great Western Railway are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Cardiff Central in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £42.50.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central?
The price of train tickets from Portsmouth to Cardiff Central starts at £42.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.