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Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and Wales takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland to 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.

6h 7m
Duration
324 mi
Distance
£165
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Scotland to Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Scotland and Wales. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 3 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited5h 53m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited11h 21m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited12h 49m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 28m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 9m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 28m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 9m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 28m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 9m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 9m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 24m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 9m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland to 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 Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 323.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Scotland and Wales, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Sheffield 3 times a day. Tickets cost £130–210 and the journey takes 5h 6m.

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