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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Elgin is to bus and train which costs £50 - £120 and takes 18h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 23m and costs £70 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Braelossie Place via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Elgin via Crewe, Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Elgin?

The distance between Cardiff and Elgin is 508 miles. The road distance is 529 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elgin without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 11h 39m and costs £95 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Cardiff to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Elgin?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elgin is to train via Crewe which takes 11h 39m and costs £95 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 18h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Elgin is 529 miles. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

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Cardiff to Elgin - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Elgin 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 Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 23m
£72–245
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Aberdeen Bus Station
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
18h 18m
£51–119
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
11h 39m
£98–271
Bus
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 Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
5. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
18h 1m
Drive 525.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Elgin525.9 mi
10h 7m
£130–188
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
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 bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
6h 13m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
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 bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Railway Station
7h 11m
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 Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
8h 56m
£88–259
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 Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
9h 26m
£86–254
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
12h 52m
£328–675

Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Elgin.

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Distance: 504.6 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Elgin via Crewe, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 11h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Braelossie Place via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 18h 1m.

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