The average train between Greenock and Cardiff takes 8h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Greenock 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 hourly between Greenock and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Greenock is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Greenock 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 Greenock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Greenock station and arriving at Cardiff station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.
Greenock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Greenock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Greenock to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Greenock and Cardiff is 507.6 km. The road distance is 647 km.
You can take a train from Greenock West to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 8h 12m.