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Compare train and coach for Dundee to Cardiff
The cheapest option from Dundee to Cardiff is coach, with an average price of £64. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Cardiff among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 554 km
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8h 33m Average total duration Fastest option 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 41m Average total duration 17h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dundee to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Cardiff trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| 10:09 Dundee | 8h17 | 18:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Dundee to Cardiff trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Dundee to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Cardiff
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Dundee to Cardiff, including direct trains, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £101 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 7h 11m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 8h 3m |
Lowest ticket price £101 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 17:25 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Dundee to Cardiff trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Dundee and Cardiff from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dundee to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dundee and Cardiff
Most Dundee to Cardiff trains use the Dundee to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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: No.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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