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It takes an average of 8h 12m to travel from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Queen Street by train, over a distance of around 306 miles (492 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Queen Street and tickets for this journey start from £166.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:08 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Journey time | From 5h 56m | |
| Distance | 306 miles (492 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £166.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Queen Street by train in 5 hours 56 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Queen Street by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Queen Street by train is 8 hours 12 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 56 minutes. You'll usually find 36 trains per day travelling the 306 miles (492 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Cardiff Queen Street. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Lumo on your way to Cardiff Queen Street, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Queen Street start from £166.20 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Cardiff Queen Street, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.