The average train between Scotland and Wales takes 6h 13m 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.
Trains run hourly between Scotland and Wales. The earliest departure is at 4:28 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 Lancaster and take an average of 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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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.
No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Wales. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Wales station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
Scotland to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Scotland to Wales train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Scotland and Wales is 423.3 km. The road distance is 439 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Kiveton Bridge via Lancaster, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 5h 34m.