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Southbourne to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southbourne to Cardiff Central, starting from £19.00 and averaging £66.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 10
From £26.00
Mon, Aug 11
From £26.00
Tue, Aug 12
From £26.00
Wed, Aug 13
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Fri, Aug 15
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Sat, Aug 16
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
22:18 Southbourne	08:05+1 Cardiff Central	9h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:08 Southbourne	08:39+1 Cardiff Central	9h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:08 Southbourne	09:45+1 Cardiff Central	10h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:25 Southbourne	09:35+1 Cardiff Central	10h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:25 Southbourne	09:45+1 Paris	10h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southbourne to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

07:07

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Southbourne

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

3h 46m

Distance

109 miles

Price

£19.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Southbourne to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southbourne to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Southbourne to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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.

Group travels 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.

Southbourne to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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