Take the train from Ardrossan to Cardonald in 45 minutes
If you want to travel from Ardrossan to Cardonald by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Ardrossan to Cardonald by train to take around 1 hour 4 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 46 trains per day running on this route, which spans 23 miles (38 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Cardonald. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Ardrossan to Cardonald are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Ardrossan to Cardonald
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Ardrossan to Cardonald is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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