What is the cheapest way to get from Airdrie to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Airdrie to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airdrie to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Airdrie to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 45m and costs £30 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Airdrie and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Airdrie to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Manse Place and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Airdrie and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Airdrie to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Airdrie and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Airdrie to Cardiff?

The distance between Airdrie and Cardiff is 385 miles. The road distance is 367.4 miles.

How do I travel from Airdrie to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Airdrie to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 3m and costs £70 - £290.

How long does it take to get from Airdrie to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Airdrie to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airdrie to Cardiff bus from?

Airdrie to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Airdrie to Cardiff train from?

Airdrie to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Airdrie station.

Train or bus from Airdrie to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Airdrie to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 3m and costs £70 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 54m.

Where does the Airdrie to Cardiff bus arrive?

Airdrie to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Airdrie to Cardiff train arrive?

Airdrie to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Airdrie to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Airdrie to Cardiff is 367 miles. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Airdrie to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Airdrie to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Airdrie to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Airdrie to Cardiff by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 45m
£33–105
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Airdrie to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 3m
£74–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
10h 54m
£40–86
Drive 365.3 mi
1. Drive from Airdrie to Cardiffcar 365.3 mi
6h 53m
£89–128
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 53m
£51–132
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 12m
£47–172
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 14m
£66–204
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 43m
£49–206
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 49m
£78–226
Train #2
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
9h 41m
£200–614

Airdrie to Cardiff by train

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Map of how to get from Airdrie to Cardiff.

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Distance: 383.1 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Airdrie, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Airdrie to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manse Place to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 10h 54m.

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