The average train between Glasgow and Rhondda takes 8h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow to Rhondda. 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 3 hours between Glasgow and Rhondda. 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 Rhondda at 8:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Glasgow to Rhondda? 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 Glasgow to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Glasgow to Rhondda train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Rhondda train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Glasgow and Rhondda is 470.7 km. The road distance is 590 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Ystrad Rhondda via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 43m.