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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Greenock is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Greenock is to train and fly which takes 4h 46m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Greenock West via Crewe and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Greenock?

The distance between Cardiff and Greenock is 405 miles. The road distance is 394.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £70 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Cardiff to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Greenock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Greenock train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Greenock?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Greenock is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Cardiff to Greenock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Greenock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Greenock is 395 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Cardiff to Greenock.

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

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Where can I stay near Greenock?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Greenock by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 41m
£71–226
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 West Stewart Street906 / ...
12h 24m
£30–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
11h 17m
£33–44
Drive 392.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Greenock392.4 mi
7h 16m
£99–142
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4h 46m
£57–153
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 Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
5h 52m
£62–162
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
5h 38m
£69–206
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
5h 49m
£126–368
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
6h 2m
£87–230

Cardiff to Greenock by train

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7h 41mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 402.3 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Greenock West via Crewe and Glasgow Central in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 17m.

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