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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow is to train and fly which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow is to train and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Linlithgow?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Linlithgow?

The distance between Cardiff and Linlithgow is 396 miles. The road distance is 374.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 7m and costs £130 - £220.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Linlithgow train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Linlithgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Linlithgow is 374 miles. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Linlithgow.

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

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Where can I stay near Linlithgow?

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Cardiff to Linlithgow - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow by train, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 7m
£132–214
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain
5h 6m
£55–154
Drive 372 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Linlithgowcar 372 mi
7h 9m
£93–135
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 33m
£59–159
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
7h 54m
£203–300
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 51m
£121–205
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 15m
£91–189
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 12m
£80–212

Cardiff to Linlithgow by train

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Distance: 394 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Linlithgow via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 7m.

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