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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Carnoustie is to bus which costs £55 - £95 and takes 13h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Carnoustie is to train and fly which takes 6h 32m and costs £70 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Queen Street via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Buchanan Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Carnoustie via Crewe, Haymarket and Dundee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Carnoustie?

The distance between Cardiff and Carnoustie is 448 miles. The road distance is 434.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Carnoustie without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 13m and costs £160 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Cardiff to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Carnoustie bus from?

Cardiff to Carnoustie bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Carnoustie train from?

Cardiff to Carnoustie train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Carnoustie is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 13m and costs £160 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Cardiff to Carnoustie bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Carnoustie train arrive?

Cardiff to Carnoustie train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Carnoustie is 434 miles. It takes approximately 8h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

There are 749+ hotels available in Carnoustie.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
9h 13m
£161–376
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rdbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
13h 21m
£57–93
Drive 431.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Carnoustiecar 431.6 mi
8h 20m
£107–154
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Dundeetrain
6h 32m
£72–179
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Dundeetrain Plymouth - Aberdeen
10h 15m
£210–749
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Arbroathtrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
14h 2m
£126–193
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Carnoustietrain
6h 33m
£69–178
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carnoustietrain
6h 50m
£103–318
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Dundeetrain
7h 25m
£106–309
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain
8h 9m
£87–368
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carnoustietrain
7h 42m
£143–433

Cardiff to Carnoustie by train

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9h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 445.2 mi
Duration: 9h 13m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Carnoustie via Crewe, Haymarket, and Dundee in around 9h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Queen Street via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and High Street in around 13h 21m.

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