The average train between Cardiff and Aviemore takes 13h 20m and the fastest train takes 9h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Aviemore. 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 Cardiff and Aviemore. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Aviemore at 1:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 13h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Aviemore? 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 Cardiff to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Aviemore station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.
Cardiff to Aviemore train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Aviemore train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aviemore station.
Book your Cardiff to Aviemore train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cardiff and Aviemore is 636.7 km. The road distance is 849 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Aviemore via Crewe and Haymarket in around 10h 34m.