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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to East Kilbride (EKL)

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15

train journeys
per day

299

miles (481 kms)

7hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

07:06 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to East Kilbride (EKL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride is approximately 299 miles (481 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 51 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    7 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    14:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    8 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    15:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    7 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:41
    7 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    17:34
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:11
    7 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    18:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    7 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:36
    7 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:41
    7 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    20:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:11
    8 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    21:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    7 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    22:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:36
    7 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    22:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:41
    7 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    22:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    13 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    09:24
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:36
    12 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:36
    12 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Kilbride

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 East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
Address East Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride 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 & East Kilbride. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and East Kilbride.

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