What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 10h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station is to train and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Buchanan bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Buchanan bus Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Glasgow Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Buchanan bus Station is 375 miles. The road distance is 371.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs £60 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station bus from?

Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station train from?

Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station bus arrive?

Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station train arrive?

Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station?

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Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3h 59m
£43–123
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
11h 52m
£24–51
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 59m
£62–216
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
10h 5m
£27–40
Drive 369.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station369.3 mi
6h 54m
£93–134
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4h 35m
£53–141
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4h 51m
£55–191
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4h 44m
£74–228
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 27m
£67–204

Cardiff to Buchanan bus Station by train and foot

52Weekly Services

6h 59mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.7 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Buchanan bus Station, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Buchanan bus Station via Crewe and Glasgow Central in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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