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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Portsmouth Harbour

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22

train journeys
per day

101

miles (163 kms)

3hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:41

first / last train

15

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Portsmouth Harbour

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour is approximately 101 miles (163 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    09:53
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 24 mins Direct
    10:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 24 mins Direct
    11:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:28
    3 hrs 24 mins Direct
    12:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    13:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    14:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    15:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    16:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    17:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 27 mins Direct
    18:57
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:27
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    19:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    20:52
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:54
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:18
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:30
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    21:49
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    23:04
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:30
    3 hrs 28 mins Direct
    23:58
    Cardiff Central
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour

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 Portsmouth Harbour Station

Station name Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Address Portsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbour

South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Portsmouth Harbour.

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