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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 12h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 53m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Strand, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Cardiff?

The distance between Ardrossan and Cardiff is 392 miles. The road distance is 382.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 15m and costs £65 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 15m and costs £65 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ardrossan to Cardiff train arrive?

Ardrossan to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Cardiff is 383 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Ardrossan to Cardiff.

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

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Ardrossan to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 53m
£45–142
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
8h 15m
£68–232
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall StUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
12h 6m
£45–86
Drive 380.7 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Cardiff380.7 mi
7h 23m
£94–136
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 18m
£52–145
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 16m
£83–202
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 28m
£65–209
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 12m
£134–414
Train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
10h 29m
£89–200

Ardrossan to Cardiff by train

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Map of how to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff.

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Distance: 389.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Sophia Gardens via Strand, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 6m.

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