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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dumbarton is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dumbarton is to train and fly which takes 4h 43m and costs £45 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dumbarton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dumbarton. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Barloan Toll via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dumbarton?

The distance between Cardiff and Dumbarton is 390 miles. The road distance is 387.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dumbarton without a car is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Cardiff to Dumbarton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dumbarton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dumbarton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dumbarton is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dumbarton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dumbarton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dumbarton is 387 miles. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Dumbarton.

Where can I stay near Dumbarton?

There are 1525+ hotels available in Dumbarton.

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

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

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

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
4h 43m
£45–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
11h 9m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
8h 10m
£57–216
Drive 384.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dumbarton384.9 mi
7h 14m
£97–139
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 Edinburgh Park to Dumbarton Central
5h 49m
£75–157
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
5h 36m
£62–271
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Dumbarton Central
5h 49m
£99–220
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
5h 49m
£119–428
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
13h 18m
£32–138

Cardiff to Dumbarton by train, foot, and bus

52Weekly Services

8h 10mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Risk Street via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and St Enoch subway in around 8h 10m. 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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