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Trains from East Kilbride (EKL) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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13

train journeys
per day

299

miles (481 kms)

7hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

07:24 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from East Kilbride (EKL) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 299 miles (481 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 9 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 13th May
    07:24
    7 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    15:00
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    08:29
    7 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    15:55
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:29
    7 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    17:09
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    10:57
    6 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:28
    7 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    19:09
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:28
    7 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    20:05
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:28
    7 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    21:09
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:57
    7 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    22:10
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:28
    7 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    23:24
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    16:28
    13 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    17:25
    14 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    07:35
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    18:57
    13 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    23:57
    11 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    11:00
    East Kilbride
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Kilbride to Cardiff Queen Street

About East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
Address East Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
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 Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

First class tickets on trains between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between East Kilbride & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between East Kilbride and Cardiff Queen Street.

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