The average train between Motherwell and Cardiff takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Motherwell 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 Motherwell and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Cardiff station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Motherwell to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Motherwell to Cardiff train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and 2 other operators.
The distance between Motherwell and Cardiff is 482.1 km. The road distance is 591 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 6h 44m.