How to get from
Cardiff to Southampton
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Compare prices to get from Cardiff to Southampton
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€21|5h 25m
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Great Western Railway06:28
2h 35m
09:03
Cardiff CentralSouthampton Central
€14
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Great Western Railway17:18
2h 16m
19:34
Cardiff CentralSouthampton Airport Parkway
€125
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Great Western Railway07:27
2h 38m
10:05
Cardiff CentralSouthampton Central
€14
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Great Western Railway08:27
2h 36m
11:03
Cardiff CentralSouthampton Central
€14
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- Prices shown from Cardiff to Southampton are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cardiff to Southampton
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton costs only €16 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 2h 28m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains Fastest
Average price €39
Average duration2h 28m
Departure Time11:18 - 18:02
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Buses Cheapest
Average price €16
Average duration6h 50m
Departure Time11:40 - 03:00
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Southampton?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Southampton?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Southampton is Thursday, with an average price of €39.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Cardiff to Southampton by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cardiff to Southampton is Monday, with an average price of €16.
€16
From Cardiff to Southampton: Travel Information
Companies operating from Cardiff to Southampton
Find stations and airports near Cardiff and Southampton
Popular train stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Central
Grangetown (Cardiff)
Cardiff Queen Street
Cathays
Popular train stations near Southampton
Southampton Central
Millbrook (Hants)
Soton Town Quay
St Denys
Bitterne
Popular airports near Cardiff
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Bristol Airport (BRS) Nearby
Popular airports near Southampton
Southampton Airport (SOU)
Bournemouth Airport (BOH) Nearby
Popular bus stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road
Cardiff Boulevard De Nantes
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff North Rd
Cardiff Castle Street
Popular bus stations near Southampton
Southampton East Park Terrace
Southampton East Park Terrace 1
Southampton West Park
Southampton Coach Station
Southampton
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FAQ – How to Get from Cardiff to Southampton
How far is it from Cardiff to Southampton?
It’s about 147 km (91 miles) from Cardiff to Southampton.How do I travel from Cardiff to Southampton?
There are 3 different ways to get from Cardiff to Southampton, including Flights, Trains, Buses.What is the fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Southampton?
The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton is by Trains, with an average journey time of 2h 28m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 6h 50m.What is the cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Southampton?
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southampton is by Buses, with an average price of €16. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €39 on avergae.Flights costs around €290 on avergae.Where do trips from Cardiff to Southampton usually depart and arrive?
For trips between Cardiff and Southampton, visitors typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cardiff Airport and arrive at Southampton Airport; Trains depart from Cardiff Bay and arrive at Southampton Central; Buses depart from Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road and arrive at Southampton East Park Terrace.When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Cardiff to Southampton?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cardiff to Southampton are typically cheapest Thursday, with an average fare of €39. Flights from Cardiff to Southampton are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €16Is there a time difference between Cardiff and Southampton?
The time difference between Cardiff and Southampton is 0h.