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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow is to bus which costs £55 - £110 and takes 11h 59m.

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 30m and costs £65 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cross via Lordswood Road, Newhall Street, Buchanan Bus Station and Weir Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

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 8m.

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 8m and costs £140 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Linlithgow bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Linlithgow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 8m and costs £140 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the Cardiff to Linlithgow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Linlithgow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road 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 10m 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 - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Linlithgow by train, bus, 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 8m
£148–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston Stationbus X37
11h 59m
£56–110
Drive 372 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Linlithgowcar 372 mi
7h 10m
£92–132
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 30m
£69–166
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 55m
£237–335
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 40m
£147–260
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
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
4h 51m
£63–184
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 12m
£101–205
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 11m
£88–233

Cardiff to Linlithgow by train

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7h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 394 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

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 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cross via Lordswood Road, Newhall Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Grahamston Station, and Weir Street in around 11h 59m.

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