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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Southampton Central

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30

train journeys
per day

85

miles (138 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Southampton Central

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central , 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 Queen Street to Southampton Central is approximately 85 miles (138 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 31 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:53
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    14:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    17:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    18:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:42
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:10
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    19:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton Central

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central 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 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central 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 Queen Street & Southampton Central. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Southampton Central.

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