What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Southampton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Southampton Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Southampton?

The distance between Cardiff and Southampton is 115 miles. The road distance is 115.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Southampton?

The train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central takes 2h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Southampton train from?

Cardiff to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Southampton train arrive?

Cardiff to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Southampton is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Southampton.

Cardiff to Southampton - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Cardiff to Southampton by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2h 32m
£40–150
Drive 114.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southamptoncar 114.4 mi
2h 34m
£28–41

Cardiff to Southampton by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 32mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.6 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Southampton, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–150 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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