The average train between Prestwick and Cardiff takes 8h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Prestwick 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 Prestwick and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prestwick is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Prestwick 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 Prestwick to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Prestwick station and arriving at Cardiff station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.
Prestwick to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.
Prestwick to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Prestwick to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Prestwick and Cardiff is 456.7 km. The road distance is 671 km.
You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 13m.