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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Scotland takes 7h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Scotland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 14m
Duration
379 mi
Distance
£150
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cardiff to Scotland train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Scotland. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Scotland at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 21m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 22m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 22m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 22m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 22m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 22m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 24m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Scotland? 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.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Scotland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 379.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central via Crewe in around 6h 43m.

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