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Southbourne to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southbourne to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $35.24, with average prices for this route around $159.82.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
23:32 9h 7m, Changes required Southbourne	08:39 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
23:32 10h 13m, Changes required Southbourne	09:45 +1 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
23:40 8h 59m, Changes required Southbourne	08:39 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Southbourne to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

06:17

Last train

23:40

Departure station

Southbourne

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 18m

Distance

109 miles

Price

$35.24*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Southbourne to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southbourne to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southbourne to Cardiff Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southbourne to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southbourne to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southbourne to Cardiff Central 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:

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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%.

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Southbourne to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Southbourne to Cardiff Central Train Route Details