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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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19

train journeys
per day

306

miles (493 kms)

7hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:29 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Queen Street and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central is approximately 306 miles (493 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 51 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:29
    8 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    8 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:51
    7 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:38
    8 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    8 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    7 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    8 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    8 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    8 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    22:36
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:31
    8 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    23:19
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    9 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    23:47
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:38
    7 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    00:23
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    17:00
    14 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:45
    13 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Cardiff Central
    Glasgow Queen Street to Cardiff Central

About Glasgow Queen Street Station

Station name Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Address Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:55
Saturday 05:10 - 23:55
Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
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

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 Glasgow Queen Street and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Glasgow Queen Street and Cardiff Central 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 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Queen Street and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

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Amenities on trains between Glasgow Queen Street 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 Glasgow Queen Street & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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