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Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and South Wales takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland to South Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 6m
Duration
401 mi
Distance
£161
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 41m
£134–215

Scotland to South Wales train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Scotland and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:08 PM which arrives into South Wales at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 1m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 13m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland to South Wales? 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 Scotland to South Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 400.6 mi
  • Duration: 9h 6m

What companies run services between Scotland and South Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cwmbach via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 41m.

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