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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leuchars is to train and fly which costs £55 - £180 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leuchars is to train and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs £65 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leuchars?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Bunyan's Place via Birmingham Coach Station, George Street and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leuchars?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Leuchars?

The distance between Cardiff and Leuchars is 429 miles. The road distance is 418.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leuchars without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 8m and costs £110 - £210.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leuchars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leuchars train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leuchars?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leuchars is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 8m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leuchars bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Leuchars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leuchars?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leuchars is 419 miles. It takes approximately 7h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Leuchars.

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

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Where can I stay near Leuchars?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Leuchars.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Leuchars 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 Leuchars
8h 8m
£117–203
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
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 27m
£56–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to Railway StationE1
15h 3m
Drive 416.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leuchars416.5 mi
7h 56m
£102–148
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 Edinburgh Gateway to Leuchars
5h 21m
£69–159
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LeucharsEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
8h 54m
£60–348
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
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 train from Edinburgh Gateway to Leuchars
6h 20m
£81–221
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 Leuchars
6h 56m
£64–286
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Leuchars
5h 29m
£93–212

Cardiff to Leuchars by train

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Leuchars.

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Distance: 426.4 mi
Duration: 8h 8m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Leuchars via Crewe and Haymarket in around 8h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Bunyan's Place via Birmingham Coach Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, George Street, and Railway Station in around 15h 3m.

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