Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Cardiff Central | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Cardiff Central | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth Harbour | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Portsmouth and Southsea | Cardiff Central | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 296, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 720
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portsmouth to Cardiff by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Portsmouth to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Portsmouth to Cardiff start from R 720. The average price for this train route is around R 1 833. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Portsmouth to Cardiff is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 16m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Portsmouth to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portsmouth to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Portsmouth to Cardiff departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 20:28.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Cardiff was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 679To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portsmouth to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 679 to R 1 724 for a train ticket from Portsmouth to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 679, which is on 2025-12-15.
