Cardiff to Chichester by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Cardiff to Chichester? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 181 kilometres.

Cost of train tickets between Cardiff and Chichester

The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Chichester start at £17.16. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Cardiff to Chichester is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Cardiff to Chichester train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:12.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:27.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 04:31.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:28.

  • 33 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 27 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Cardiff to Chichester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 35 minutes, spanning 181 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Cardiff to Chichester trains

Tickets for travel to Chichester along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn even more about travelling from Cardiff to Chichester by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Chichester.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Cardiff to Chichester?

The total distance from Cardiff to Chichester is 181 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Cardiff to Chichester by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is £17.16. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

How far in advance can I book my Cardiff to Chichester train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 4 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Cardiff to Chichester by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 35 minutes.