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Trains from Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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30

train journeys
per day

85

miles (138 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 85 miles (138 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:38
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:11
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:55
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:11
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Southampton Central
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Southampton Central to Cardiff Queen Street

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

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

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

The travel time between Southampton Central and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Cardiff Queen Street 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 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southampton Central & Cardiff Queen Street. 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 Southampton Central and Cardiff Queen Street.

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