The average train between Scotland and South Wales takes 9h 9m 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.
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 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Scotland to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at South Wales station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.
Scotland to South Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to South Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Scotland to South Wales train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Scotland and South Wales is 567.4 km. The road distance is 645 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cwmbach via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 42m.