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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dalbeattie is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 13h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dalbeattie is to drive which takes 6h 14m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dalbeattie?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dalbeattie. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Maxwell Arms via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Abington Service Area and Whitesands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dalbeattie?

The distance between Cardiff and Dalbeattie is 334 miles. The road distance is 323.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dalbeattie without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £85 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Cardiff to Dalbeattie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dalbeattie bus from?

Cardiff to Dalbeattie bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dalbeattie?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dalbeattie is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £85 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dalbeattie bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dalbeattie bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dalbeattie?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dalbeattie is 324 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Dalbeattie.

Where can I stay near Dalbeattie?

There are 473+ hotels available in Dalbeattie.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to LockerbieWolverhampton - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 35m
£87–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Abington Service AreaM11
4. Take the bus from Abington Service Area to WhitesandsX74
13h 1m
£35–69
Drive 321.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dalbeattie321.6 mi
6h 14m
£80–115
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
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 train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
7h 37m
£77–202
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to LockerbieManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 8m
£79–151
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lockerbie
7h 33m
£57–163
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train, line 381 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
4. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Whitesands
5. Take the bus from Whitesands to Maxwell Arms
7h 38m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
8h 23m
£71–198
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
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 train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
8h 34m
£88–240

Cardiff to Dalbeattie by train and bus

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7h 35mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.3 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Maxwell Arms via Crewe, Lockerbie, Bridge Street, and Whitesands in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Maxwell Arms via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Abington Service Area, and Whitesands in around 13h 1m.

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