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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dunblane is to bus which costs £35 - £50 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dunblane is to train and fly which takes 5h 2m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dunblane?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dunblane station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dunblane?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dunblane. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dunblane via Crewe and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dunblane?

The distance between Cardiff and Dunblane is 404 miles. The road distance is 392.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dunblane without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 8h 24m and costs £65 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Cardiff to Dunblane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dunblane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dunblane train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dunblane?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dunblane is to train via Glasgow which takes 8h 24m and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dunblane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Dunblane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dunblane?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dunblane is 393 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Dunblane.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunblane?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Cardiff to Dunblane 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 Edinburgh Airport, train
best
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 Dunblane
5h 2m
£63–146
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Police StationE3 / ...
13h 8m
£34–73
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dunblane
8h 24m
£69–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Police StationE3 / ...
10h 59m
£35–50
Drive 390.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dunblane390.5 mi
7h 10m
£98–142
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 Queen Street to Dunblane
5h 22m
£51–131
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 Dunblane
5h 11m
£87–208
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 Edinburgh Park to Dunblane
5h 54m
£81–214
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dunblane
6h 15m
£68–209
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 Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunblane
6h 52m
£69–302
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DunblaneLondon Euston - Inverness
8h 52m
£106–141

Cardiff to Dunblane by train and foot

52Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 401.3 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dunblane via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 10h 59m.

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