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Outbound fromCardiff Central to Glasgow Central by train
It takes an average of 8h 47m to travel from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central by train, over a distance of around 306 miles (493 km). There are normally 84 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central and tickets for this journey start from £34.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:44 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow Central | |
| Journey time | From 6h 14m | |
| Distance | 306 miles (493 km) | |
| Frequency | 84 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £34.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Cardiff to Glasgow by train
There are no direct trains running from Cardiff to Glasgow. You have a few different ways to complete your journey, with a number of train operators running this route. Great Western Railway, CrossCountry and TransPennine all offer routes to and from Cardiff and Glasgow with changes taking place in Bristol Parkway and Manchester Piccadilly.
All TransPennine Express trains offer free WiFi as standard for all classes. There's also First Class seating available on this service. In First Class, you'll receive complimentary refreshments, bigger seats and power sockets, ideal if you need to get some work done.
Route information from Cardiff to Glasgow
The train from Cardiff to Glasgow takes you through the heart of England, crossing the Shropshire Hills, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. Make sure to grab a window seat in order to see these amazing views.
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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central
Book in advance
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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 Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central 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.
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