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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)

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30

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

2hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 22:43

first / last train

1

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Southampton Airport Parkway , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 43 mins.

GWR, South Western Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Southampton Airport Parkway.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 16 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:54
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    08:34
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:28
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    09:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:51
    2 hrs 44 mins1 change
    09:35
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    2 hrs 55 mins1 change
    10:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:18
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    10:34
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:27
    2 hrs 55 mins1 change
    11:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:37
    2 hrs 58 mins1 change
    11:35
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:28
    2 hrs 54 mins1 change
    12:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:18
    2 hrs 21 mins1 change
    12:39
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:30
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    13:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:18
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    13:35
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    14:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:50
    2 hrs 44 mins1 change
    14:34
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:30
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    15:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:18
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    15:35
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:30
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    16:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:18
    2 hrs 18 mins1 change
    16:36
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:30
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    17:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:18
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    17:35
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:30
    2 hrs 52 mins1 change
    18:22
    Cardiff Central
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Southampton Airport Parkway Station

Station name Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
AddressSouthampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 05:45 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Southampton Airport Parkway

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Southampton Airport Parkway by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Southampton Airport Parkway 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 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:43.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Southampton Airport Parkway

GWR, South Western Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Southampton Airport Parkway.

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