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Cardiff to Falkirk trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Falkirk takes 8h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Falkirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 13m
Duration
402 mi
Distance
£173
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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7h 28m
£143–249

Cardiff to Falkirk train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Falkirk. 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 Falkirk at 11:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 401.8 mi
  • Duration: 8h 13m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Falkirk, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Falkirk Grahamston via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 28m.

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