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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Cardiff University takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow to Cardiff University. 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 49m
Duration
380 mi
Distance
£151
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Glasgow to Cardiff University train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Glasgow and Cardiff University. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Cardiff University at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 55m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 48m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 37m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 43m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 7m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Cardiff University? 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.

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Cardiff University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 379.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Cardiff University, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cardiff University via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 6h 36m.

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