The average train between Gourock and Cardiff takes 8h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Gourock 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 3 hours between Gourock and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gourock is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Gourock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gourock station and arriving at Cardiff station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Gourock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Gourock station.
Gourock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Gourock to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Gourock and Cardiff is 509.9 km. The road distance is 651 km.
You can take a train from Gourock to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 9m.