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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Stirling takes 7h 51m and the fastest train takes 7h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Stirling. 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 51m
Duration
409 mi
Distance
£163
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cardiff to Stirling train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Stirling. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Stirling at 10:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 33m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 33m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 33m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 33m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 33m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 4m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 23m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 22, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 31m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Stirling? 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 Stirling.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 409 mi
  • Duration: 7h 51m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stirling via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 37m.

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