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Scotland to Cardiff trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and Cardiff takes 6h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland 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.

6h 50m
Duration
379 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 3m
£136–230

Scotland to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Scotland and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 379.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Central via Warrington Bank Quay and Crewe in around 7h 3m.

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