The average train between Hove and Cardiff takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is an hourly train service from Hove 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 Hove and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hove is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 44m • 2 changes


3h 46m • 2 changes


3h 48m • 2 changes


3h 47m • 2 changes


3h 44m • 2 changes


3h 52m • 2 changes


3h 47m • 2 changes


3h 46m • 2 changes


3h 44m • 2 changes


3h 52m • 2 changes


3h 47m • 2 changes


3h 46m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Hove to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hove to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hove station and arriving at Cardiff station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Hove to Cardiff train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hove station.
Hove to Cardiff train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Hove to Cardiff train tickets online with Southern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Hove and Cardiff is 222.2 km. The road distance is 321 km.
You can take a train from Hove to Cardiff Central via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 51m.