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Trains from Saltcoats (SLT) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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13

train journeys
per day

294

miles (474 kms)

7hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

07:28 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Saltcoats (SLT) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 294 miles (474 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 13th May
    07:28
    7 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    15:00
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    08:26
    7 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:55
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    09:37
    7 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    17:09
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    10:56
    6 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    11:26
    7 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    19:09
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    12:26
    7 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    20:05
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    13:26
    7 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    21:09
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    14:56
    7 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    22:10
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    15:26
    7 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    23:24
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    16:26
    13 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    17:26
    14 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    07:35
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    18:56
    13 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 13th May
    23:12
    11 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    11:00
    Saltcoats
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Saltcoats to Cardiff Queen Street

About Saltcoats Station

Station name Saltcoats (SLT)
Address Saltcoats station, Vernon Street, Saltcoats, North Ayrshire, KA21 5JT
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:23 - 18:18
Saturday 06:23 - 18:18
Sunday 09:40 - 19:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
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 Saltcoats and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Saltcoats and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Saltcoats 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 07:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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Amenities on trains between Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats & 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 Saltcoats and Cardiff Queen Street.

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