The average train between Aviemore and Cardiff takes 11h 6m and the fastest train takes 8h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Aviemore to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Aviemore and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aviemore is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 4:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 11h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


9h 21m • 2 changes


10h 12m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


9h 25m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


10h 12m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


9h 25m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


10h 12m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


9h 25m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


10h 12m • 2 changes


9h 21m • 2 changes


9h 24m • 2 changes


9h 20m • 2 changes


10h 12m • 2 changes


9h 24m • 2 changes


9h 28m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Aviemore to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Cardiff station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.
Aviemore to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.
Aviemore to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Aviemore to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aviemore and Cardiff is 636.7 km. The road distance is 849 km.
You can take a train from Aviemore to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 9h 54m.