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Cardiff to Southbourne Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Southbourne? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $33.29, with average prices for this route around $36.52.

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

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Sat, Jul 12
From $35.12
Sun, Jul 13
From $33.29
Mon, Jul 14
From $35.12
Tue, Jul 15
From $35.12
Wed, Jul 16
From $35.12
Thu, Jul 17
From $35.12
Fri, Jul 18
From $35.12

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:14 Cardiff Central	09:30 Southbourne	4h 16m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:30 Cardiff Central	10:07 Southbourne	3h 37m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:27 Cardiff Central	11:07 Southbourne	3h 40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:27 Cardiff Central	12:07 Southbourne	3h 40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:28 Cardiff Central	13:07 Southbourne	3h 39m, Changes required	Find Tickets
10:30 Cardiff Central	14:07 Paris	3h 37m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to Southbourne Train Route Details

First train

05:14

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Southbourne

Journey time

3h 37m

Distance

174 km

Price

$33.29*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Southbourne

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Southbourne. 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 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 traveling from Cardiff to Southbourne, 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%

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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to Southbourne more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Southbourne 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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Cardiff to Southbourne Train prices and times

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