The average train between Redding and Cardiff takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Redding 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 Redding and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redding is at 6:22 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Redding 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 Redding to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Redding station and arriving at Cardiff station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Redding to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Redding to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Redding to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Redding and Cardiff is 502.7 km. The road distance is 642 km.
You can take a train from Polmont to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 36m.