What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 14h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle is to train and fly and bus which takes 6h 3m and costs £55 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lochleven Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Montgomery Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Ross Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle?

The distance between Cardiff and Lochleven Castle is 409 miles. The road distance is 395.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle without a car is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £110 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lochleven Castle bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 14h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lochleven Castle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lochleven Castle is 396 miles. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle.

Where can I stay near Lochleven Castle?

There are 2472+ hotels available in Lochleven Castle.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
8h 20m
£114–213
Bus
cheapest
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 Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park and RideM92 / ...
14h 57m
£45–117
Drive 393.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle393.5 mi
7h 26m
£97–140
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 Park and Ride
6h 3m
£58–163
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park and RideM92 / ...
10h 9m
£62–287
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 Park and Ride
7h 2m
£69–199
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
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 Perth
7h 49m
£61–170
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 Park and Ride
6h 4m
£76–191
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train, bus
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 bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park and Ride
8h 15m
£71–250

Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flights

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lochleven Castle.

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Distance: 406.8 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lochleven Castle, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lochleven Castle via Crewe, Haymarket, and Cowdenbeath in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lochleven Castle via Birmingham Coach Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, Park and Ride, Ross Street, and Montgomery Street in around 14h 57m.

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