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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Hove (HOV)

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30

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Hove (HOV)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Hove , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Hove is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

Southern, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Hove.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Hove. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Hove Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:07
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:53
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 2 changes
    11:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:28
    4 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    4 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    14:16
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:41
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:54
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    18:55
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Cardiff Central
    Hove
    Cardiff Central to Hove

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Hove Station

Station name Hove (HOV)
Address Hove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 21:00
Saturday 05:50 - 21:00
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Hove

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Hove by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Hove vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Hove can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Hove. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Hove.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Hove, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.