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Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton train prices and times
Looking to travel from Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 55.59, with average prices for this route around NZD 259.09.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:15 Cardiff Queen Street | 10:05 Southampton Central |   | Find Tickets |
08:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 10:34 Southampton Airport Parkway |  | Find Tickets |
08:15 Cardiff Queen Street | 11:03 Southampton Central | | Find Tickets |
08:24 Cardiff Queen Street | 11:35 Southampton Airport Parkway | | Find Tickets |
09:15 Cardiff Queen Street | 12:02 Southampton Central | | Find Tickets |
10:04 Cardiff Queen Street | 12:36 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton train route details
First train
00:01
Last train
23:50
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
139 km
Price
NZD 55.59*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton, 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 Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton 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 travelling 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 travelling from Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Cardiff Queen Street to Southampton train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before 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 Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.