The average train between Shotts and Cardiff takes 8h 39m and the fastest train takes 6h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Shotts to Cardiff. 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 Shotts and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shotts is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Shotts to Cardiff? 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 Shotts to Cardiff. 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 39m.
Shotts to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Shotts to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Shotts and Cardiff is 484.3 km. The road distance is 583 km.
You can take a train from Shotts to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 3m.