The average train between Kilwinning and Cardiff takes 8h 10m and the fastest train takes 6h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilwinning 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 Kilwinning and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilwinning is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kilwinning 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 Kilwinning to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kilwinning station and arriving at Cardiff station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.
Kilwinning to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilwinning station.
Kilwinning to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Kilwinning to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Kilwinning and Cardiff is 474.8 km. The road distance is 652 km.
You can take a train from Kilwinning to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 54m.