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Trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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15

train journeys
per day

316

miles (508 kms)

7hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:28 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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

The distance by rail from Greenock West to Cardiff Central is approximately 316 miles (508 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 58 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Greenock West and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Greenock West to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Greenock West to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:28
    7 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    7 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    6 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    18:56
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    7 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    20:56
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    7 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:09
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    8 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    00:24
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    14 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    07:22
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:48
    13 hrs 2 changes
    07:48
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:29
    11 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    10:48
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:49
    13 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:42
    Greenock West
    Cardiff Central
    Greenock West to Cardiff Central

About Greenock West Station

Station name Greenock West (GKW)
Address Greenock West station, Inverkip Street, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA15 1TE
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 00:05
Tuesday 06:00 - 00:05
Wednesday 06:00 - 00:05
Thursday 06:00 - 00:05
Friday 06:00 - 00:05
Saturday 06:00 - 00:05
Sunday 07:55 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Greenock West and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Greenock West and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Greenock West and Cardiff Central 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 05:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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Amenities on trains between Greenock West and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Greenock West & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Greenock West and Cardiff Central.

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