The average train between Perth and Cardiff takes 8h 39m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 Perth and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 8h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Cardiff station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.
Perth to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Perth to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Perth and Cardiff is 546.8 km. The road distance is 696 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 8h 44m.