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Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 53.62 AZN, with average prices for this route around 249.92 AZN. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:23 Southampton Airport Parkway | 08:52 Cardiff Queen Street |    | Find Tickets |
05:33 Southampton Central | 08:52 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
05:33 Southampton Central | 09:00 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
06:24 Southampton Airport Parkway | 09:22 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
06:47 Southampton Central | 09:56 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
07:08 Southampton Airport Parkway | 09:52 Paris |  | Find Tickets |
Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details
First train
05:23
Last train
23:08
Journey time
2 hours 29 minutes
Distance
139 km
Price
53.62 AZN*
How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Southampton to Cardiff Queen Street train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.