First train | 17:42 | |
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Last train | 20:10 | |
Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
Arrival station | Mallaig | |
Journey time | From 17h 25m | |
Distance | 397 miles (638 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators |
Want to find out more about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Mallaig? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Cardiff Central and Mallaig, which usually take 18 hours 9 minutes to complete the 397 miles (638 km) journey. It can take as little as 17 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Mallaig by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both ScotRail and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Cardiff Central to Mallaig if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Mallaig? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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