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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Stirling
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£172
Average price
£172
Fastest journey
7 h 28 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
518 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Stirling will cost around £172 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £172.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Stirling every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 518 km distance in an average of 7 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:537h28
Cardiff15:21Stirling
£1721One-way
0 changes
07:537h28
Cardiff15:21Stirling
£1721One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cardiff to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £171.
Distance: 518 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£191 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £180 Average Price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 48m Average total duration 17h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Cardiff to Stirling train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:53 Cardiff | 7h22 | 16:15 Stirling | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Stirling
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Trains from Cardiff to Stirling run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £171 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance 518 km |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £171 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 22m |
First train 04:34 |
Last train 18:03 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Stirling trainsCross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Stirling from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 30m
Cheapest Price
£367
Cross Country frequency
5 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 26m
Cheapest Price
£375
first_great_western frequency
5 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 24m
Cheapest Price
£180
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Stirling train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Stirling easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Stirling.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Stirling in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Cardiff to Stirling, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train distance from Cardiff to Stirling is 518 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Stirling can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £171, while the average price tends to be around £191.
The train journey from Cardiff to Stirling covers a distance of 518 km and takes approximately 7h 22m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stirling is by coach, costing approximately £37.
The first train from Cardiff to Stirling leaves at 4:34.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Stirling is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Stirling station (STG).
The last train from Cardiff to Stirling departs at 18:03.
Trains from Cardiff to Stirling run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Stirling.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Stirling.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Stirling.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Stirling.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Stirling
Cardiff
Stirling
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Queen Street for your trip from Cardiff to Stirling.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cardiff Queen Street
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in Stirling is Stirling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stirling for your journey to Stirling from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station.
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Stirling
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance
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