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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk is to train and fly which costs £55 - £160 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk is to train and fly which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Grahamston Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Falkirk?

The distance between Cardiff and Falkirk is 404 miles. The road distance is 377.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 29m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Cardiff to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Falkirk bus from?

Cardiff to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Falkirk is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 29m and costs £75 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Falkirk bus arrive?

Cardiff to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Falkirk is 378 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Falkirk 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 via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 29m
£78–246
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4h 29m
£56–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
12h 31m
Drive 375.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Falkirk375.4 mi
7h 11m
£93–134
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 32m
£66–167
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
8h 16m
£57–371
Bus via Manchester
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 Grahamston StationX37
13h 8m
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
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 Edinburgh Park to Falkirk Grahamston
4h 33m
£84–205
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 28m
£77–205
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 Falkirk Grahamston
6h 23m
£66–251

Cardiff to Falkirk by train

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Distance: 401.8 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Falkirk Grahamston via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Grahamston Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 31m.

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