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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 25 May
Cheapest price
£242
Average price
£296
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
518 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Cardiff will cost around £296 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £242.
Fast trains
To travel from Stirling to Cardiff you need to make at least 2 changes.
22:589h45Stirling8:43Cardiff£2421One-way3 changes- 6:096h35Stirling12:44Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 8:106h33Stirling14:43Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 10:036h41Stirling16:44Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 12:056h40Stirling18:45Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 8:106h33Stirling14:43Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 6:096h35Stirling12:44Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 12:056h40Stirling18:45Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 10:036h41Stirling16:44Cardiff£2781One-way2 changes
- 8:576h45Stirling15:42Cardiff£3191One-way3 changes
Live departures
Stirling to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:09 Stirling | 6h35 | 12:44 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
| 6:57 Stirling | 6h53 | 13:50 Cardiff | 3 changes | |
| 8:10 Stirling | 6h33 | 14:43 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Cardiff
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Trains from Stirling to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £242 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 518 km distance in 6h 33m.
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
Distance 518 km |
Average train duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £242 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 4:31 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
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
Train companies: ScotRail from Stirling to Cardiff trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Cardiff from £242. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 33m
Cheapest Price
£242
ScotRail frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Stirling to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Stirling to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £242, while the average price tends to be around £297.
The train journey from Stirling to Cardiff covers a distance of 518 km and takes approximately 6h 33m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Stirling to Cardiff is 518 km.
The first train from Stirling to Cardiff leaves at 4:31.
The last train from Stirling to Cardiff departs at 23:00.
Trains from Stirling to Cardiff run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stirling to Cardiff.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stirling to Cardiff.
To get from Stirling to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Stirling to Cardiff.
The train station in Stirling that goes to Cardiff is Stirling station (STG), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Cardiff is by train, costing approximately £242.
Booking trains from Stirling to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stirling to Cardiff offers a mix of scenic views, including picturesque Scottish landscapes, rolling hills, and glimpses of the English countryside, making parts of the trip visually appealing.
A day trip from Stirling to Cardiff is not feasible due to the journey's duration of 6h 33m. The distance is 518 km, and trains run 4 times per day.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
Yes, you can take the train from Stirling to Cardiff.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Cardiff
Stirling
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Stirling is Stirling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stirling for your trip from Stirling to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information 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
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from Stirling.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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)
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