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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Wales
Cheapest price
€110
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Wales will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €110.
Of the 5 trains that leave Portsmouth for Wales on Tue, May 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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6:05 AM3h41Portsmouth9:46 AMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers- 7:24 AM3h28Portsmouth10:52 AMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM3h19Portsmouth11:46 AMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 9:27 AM3h22Portsmouth12:49 PMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 10:27 AM3h18Portsmouth1:45 PMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 6:29 PM3h16Portsmouth9:45 PMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 5:29 PM3h17Portsmouth8:46 PMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 10:27 AM3h18Portsmouth1:45 PMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM3h19Portsmouth11:46 AMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
- 12:27 PM3h19Portsmouth3:46 PMCardiff Central€1101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Portsmouth to Wales
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 283 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€87 Average price | €121 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Wales trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 AM Portsmouth | 3h41 | 9:46 AM Cardiff Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:24 AM Portsmouth | 3h28 | 10:52 AM Cardiff Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:27 AM Portsmouth | 3h19 | 11:46 AM Cardiff Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:27 AM Portsmouth | 3h22 | 12:49 PM Cardiff Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:27 AM Portsmouth | 3h18 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Wales
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Trains from Portsmouth to Wales run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €87 but you can travel from only €39 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 11:27. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €87 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 11:27 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: first_great_western from Portsmouth to Wales trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and Wales from €39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portsmouth to Wales
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Wales by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portsmouth to Wales
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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