The average train between Paisley and Cardiff takes 7h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Paisley 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 Paisley and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paisley is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Paisley 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 Paisley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paisley station and arriving at Cardiff station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.
Paisley to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Paisley to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Paisley to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Paisley and Cardiff is 490.9 km. The road distance is 622 km.
You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 7h 48m.