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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Glasgow is to bus which costs £28 - £80 and takes 10h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Glasgow is to train and fly which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Glasgow Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Glasgow?

The distance between Cardiff and Glasgow is 374 miles. The road distance is 371.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Glasgow without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 48m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Cardiff to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Glasgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Glasgow is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 48m and costs £50 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £80 and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the Cardiff to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Glasgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Glasgow is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Cardiff to Glasgow.

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

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

Book your Cardiff to Glasgow bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Glasgow?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Glasgow 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
3h 47m
£41–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
10h 37m
£28–80
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 48m
£51–219
Drive 369.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Glasgow369.3 mi
6h 55m
£90–130
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 Buchanan Bus Station
4h 31m
£50–138
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
4h 45m
£56–183
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 Buchanan Bus Station
5h 30m
£67–196
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 Buchanan Bus Station
4h 53m
£74–188
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central
9h 25m
£193–655

Cardiff to Glasgow by train

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6h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 371.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central via Crewe in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Newhall St in around 10h 37m.

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