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Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £13.00, with average prices for this route around £115.70. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:50 3h 45m, Changes required Portsmouth Harbour	09:35 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:01 3h 44m, Direct Portsmouth Harbour	09:45 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:24 3h 45m, Changes required Portsmouth Harbour	10:09 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:50 3h 47m, Changes required Portsmouth Harbour	10:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:20 3h 32m, Direct Portsmouth Harbour	10:52 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:25 3h 42m, Changes required Portsmouth Harbour	11:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

04:10

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Portsmouth Harbour

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 21m

Distance

164 km

Price

£13.00*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Portsmouth Harbour to Cardiff Central Train Route Details