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Trains from Perth (PTH) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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15

train journeys
per day

340

miles (548 kms)

8hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Perth (PTH) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Perth and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Perth to Cardiff Bay is approximately 340 miles (548 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 17 mins.

Transport for Wales, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Perth and Cardiff Bay.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Perth to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 4 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Perth to Cardiff Bay

Journeys from Perth to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:16
    8 hrs 8 mins 5 changes
    13:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:14
    7 hrs 52 mins 5 changes
    14:06
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:16
    7 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:53
    8 hrs 13 mins 6 changes
    16:06
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:17
    8 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    17:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:21
    7 hrs 45 mins 5 changes
    18:06
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    8 hrs 9 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    19:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:20
    8 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    19:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:41
    8 hrs 43 mins 6 changes
    20:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:24
    8 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    21:36
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:21
    8 hrs 15 mins 5 changes
    22:36
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:25
    8 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    23:51
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:41
    14 hrs 55 mins 5 changes
    06:36
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:20
    14 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    08:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:46
    12 hrs 38 mins 6 changes
    11:24
    Perth
    Cardiff Bay
    Perth to Cardiff Bay

About Perth Station

Station name Perth (PTH)
Address Perth station, Leonard Street, Perth, Perth & Kinross, PH2 8RT
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 19:30
Saturday 07:45 - 19:15
Sunday 08:15 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Perth and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Perth and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Perth and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Perth and Cardiff Bay can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Perth & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Perth and Cardiff Bay.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Perth and Cardiff Bay, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.