Going from Chichester to Cardiff by train

About to set off from Chichester to Cardiff by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Chichester and Cardiff

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £30.22, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train timetable for travel between Chichester and Cardiff

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Chichester to Cardiff by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:06

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 22:52

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:05

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:47

  • Average number of daily trains: 42 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 8 minutes

Average train travel time from Chichester to Cardiff

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 33 minutes, travelling a total distance of 181 kilometres.

How far in advance Chichester and Cardiff tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Chichester and Cardiff are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Chichester to Cardiff

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Cardiff city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Chichester to Cardiff?

The total distance from Chichester to Cardiff is 181 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Chichester to Cardiff?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at £30.22. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

When can I start booking my Chichester to Cardiff train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 5 and a half months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Chichester to Cardiff?

The quickest journey is 3 hours and 33 minutes.