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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Airdrie (ADR)

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13

train journeys
per day

304

miles (490 kms)

7hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Airdrie (ADR)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie is approximately 304 miles (490 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    8 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    14:31
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    7 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:31
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    7 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    16:27
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:41
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    7 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    18:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:36
    7 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    20:26
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    7 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    21:14
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:36
    7 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    22:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    7 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    23:13
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:36
    7 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    00:19
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:36
    12 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    10:27
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:36
    12 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    12:27
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Airdrie
    Cardiff Queen Street to Airdrie

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Airdrie Station

Station name Airdrie (ADR)
Address Airdrie station, Broomknoll Street, Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, ML6 9EX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:30 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:30 - 00:00
Thursday 05:30 - 00:00
Friday 05:30 - 00:00
Saturday 05:30 - 00:00
Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Airdrie. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Airdrie, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.