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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dundee is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dundee is to train and fly which takes 6h 1m and costs £55 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dundee?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dundee via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dundee?

The distance between Cardiff and Dundee is 437 miles. The road distance is 424.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dundee without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 28m and costs £80 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Cardiff to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dundee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dundee train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dundee?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dundee is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 28m and costs £80 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Dundee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dundee is 425 miles. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Cardiff to Dundee.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Dundee?

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Where can I stay near Dundee?

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Cardiff to Dundee - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Cardiff to Dundee by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundee
8h 28m
£82–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to OvergateUk091
12h 3m
£32–52
Drive 422.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dundee422.2 mi
7h 58m
£106–153
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 Malmaison
5h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
9h 14m
£94–630
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson StreetUk078
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to OvergateUkn11
14h 21m
£34–91
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 Malmaison
5h 19m
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 Dundee
6h 1m
£57–189
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 Malmaison
6h 2m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundee
6h 3m
£112–353
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundee
6h 56m
£124–381
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 Dundee
7h 20m
£65–298

Cardiff to Dundee by train

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8h 28mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 434.6 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dundee via Crewe and Haymarket in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 3m.

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