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National Museum Cardiff
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Cheapest price on Oct 14
$70
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$168
Fastest journey on Oct 14
5 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
5 h 56 m
Trains on Oct 14
10
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Cardiff will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Cardiff without transferring at least once.
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G38873
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G38878
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G38877Trains from Glasgow to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€46) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (493 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€46) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Cardiff trains for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38885+ W84908 | Delayed 2:30 PM 11:10 AMGlasgow Central (GLC) | 7h36 | 6:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34160+ G38882 | Delayed 11:16 AM 11:56 AMGlasgow Central (GLC) | 5h48 | 5:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34063 · W34124+ G38885 | On time 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h06 | 6:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C01365+ G38886 | On time 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h07 | 7:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34050 · W00587+ G38890 | On time 2:34 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h20 | 8:54 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
W44838+ W84922 | Delayed 6:30 PM 3:08 PMGlasgow Central (GLC) | 7h53 | 11:01 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W33999+ G38892 | On time 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h58 | 9:55 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, October 14 | |||||
W33939 · W34207+ G38868 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h21 | 10:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
W84893+ G38873 | 4:52 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h52 | 12:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34271+ G38870 | 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h50 | 11:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34181 · W34265+ G38873 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h15 | 12:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
W33903+ G38874 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h53 | 1:53 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34039 · W33933+ G38877 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h06 | 2:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
C01362+ G38878 | 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h05 | 3:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W33973 · W34060+ G38880 | 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h08 | 4:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
W34160+ G38882 | 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h48 | 5:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Open-air history museum with rescued Welsh buildings, crafts, and exhibitions that bring everyday life from different eras vividly to life.
Compact city-centre museum telling Cardiff’s story through local archaeology, industry, and community displays inside the Old Library.
Revitalised waterfront district with basin views, modern landmarks, trails, and easy access to culture, public art, and waterside walks.
Large central park behind the castle, ideal for riverside walks, arboretum views, sculptures, and quick escapes from the busy centre.
Victorian shopping arcade packed with independent boutiques and period detail, representing Cardiff’s famous arcade culture at its best.
A Welsh breakfast staple of seaweed cooked into a savoury puree, often served with oats or alongside bacon and cockles. It is a classic taste of Welsh coastal cooking.
Cockles gathered from the Welsh coast, commonly eaten with laverbread. They are a long-standing local delicacy linked to South Wales seaside food culture.
A traditional Welsh broth made with lamb or beef, root vegetables, and leeks. It is hearty, homely, and closely associated with Welsh family cooking.
Refined modern British dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. It is one of Cardiff’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants.
A stylish venue known for seasonal Welsh ingredients, creative small plates, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic indoor market ideal for casual local food, Welsh cakes, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. It offers a lively everyday taste of Cardiff.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10%. Taxi tips are optional, often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tipping, but small tips are appreciated.
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Cardiff Central -> St Mary Street, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Cardiff by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Cardiff trains use the Glasgow Central to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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