The average train between Falkirk and Cardiff takes 6h 56m and the fastest train takes 6h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Falkirk 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 every 4 hours between Falkirk and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Falkirk is at 6:17 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 6h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Falkirk 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 Falkirk to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Falkirk station and arriving at Cardiff station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.
Falkirk to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Falkirk to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Falkirk to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Falkirk and Cardiff is 504.4 km. The road distance is 647 km.
You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 48m.