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Travelling from Southampton Airport Parkway to Cardiff, the fastest train takes 2 hours 12 minutes with an average travel time of 3 hours. 48 trains are running daily, with the first departing at 01:21 and the last at 23:45. Stay updated with live train status, times, delays, and cancellations on TrainPal.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
17:47 Southampton Airport Parkway | 2 hours 59 minutes, 1 change | 20:46 Cardiff Central | South Western Railway | Find tickets |
18:23 Southampton Airport Parkway | 3 hours 15 minutes, 1 change | 21:38 Cardiff Central | CrossCountry | Find tickets |
18:38 Southampton Airport Parkway | 3 hours, 3 change | 21:38 Cardiff Central | South Western Railway | Find tickets |
18:47 Southampton Airport Parkway | 2 hours 58 minutes, 1 change | 21:45 Cardiff Central | South Western Railway | Find tickets |
19:23 Southampton Airport Parkway | 3 hours 24 minutes, 1 change | 22:47 Cardiff Central | CrossCountry | Find tickets |
Travelling by train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Cardiff is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from Southampton Airport Parkway, you can reach Cardiff in just 2 hours 12 minutes, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.

The fastest train journey time from Southampton Airport Parkway to Cardiff is 2 hours 12 minutes . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, there are no direct trains from Southampton Airport Parkway to Cardiff. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

While Southampton Airport Parkway to Cardiff trains are usually on time, delays or disruptions may occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. Finding a train timetable for your trip from Southampton Airport Parkway to Cardiff is easy with Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to get a detailed schedule of available trains. Input your travel details to discover the best routes, connections, and train times.
Typically, you should plan to arrive at the station 15-20 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart. However, the size of the station and your familiarity with it can affect this timing. For larger or less familiar stations, leaving home earlier can help reduce stress and ensure a more relaxed journey.
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