The average train between Chichester and Cardiff takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Chichester to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chichester and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chichester is at 8:03 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chichester to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Chichester station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Chichester to Cardiff train services, operated by Southern, depart from Fareham station.
Chichester to Cardiff train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Chichester to Cardiff train tickets online with Southern and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Chichester and Cardiff is 182 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Fareham to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 3h.