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 £55 - £90 and takes 12h 50m.

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 5h 3m and costs £55 - £160.

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 University RE via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

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 13m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Cardiff?

The distance between Ardrossan and Cardiff is 413 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 which takes 8h 13m and costs £120 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 8h 13m 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 which takes 8h 13m and costs £120 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 12h 50m.

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 26m to drive from Ardrossan to Cardiff.

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Ardrossan to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Ardrossan to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 13m
£120–319
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
12h 50m
£55–88
Drive 380.7 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Cardiffcar 380.7 mi
7h 26m
£93–135
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 3m
£59–152
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 24m
£149–354
Train #2
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 36m
£201–676
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 24m
£78–199
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 29m
£89–282
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 13m
£153–432
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 33m
£163–392
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 44m
£134–295

Ardrossan to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 410.3 mi
Duration: 8h 13m

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 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to University RE via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 50m.

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