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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Perth is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 13h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Perth is to train and fly which takes 5h 25m and costs £55 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Perth station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Perth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Perth via Crewe and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Perth?

The distance between Cardiff and Perth is 403 miles. The road distance is 411.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Perth without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 27m and costs £55 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Cardiff to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Perth bus from?

Cardiff to Perth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Perth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Perth is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 27m and costs £55 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 13h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Perth bus arrive?

Cardiff to Perth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Perth is 412 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Perth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Perth?

Book your Cardiff to Perth bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 508+ hotels available in Perth.

Cardiff to Perth - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Perth by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
best
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 Leonard Street
4h 57m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
13h 9m
£34–88
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
8h 27m
£56–269
Drive 409.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Perth409.4 mi
7h 41m
£101–146
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
5h 25m
£58–165
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 Leonard Street
4h 58m
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 Leonard Street
5h 53m
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 Perth
7h 29m
£73–321
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
9h 23m
£64–440
Bus via Birmingham
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 Leonard StreetE9
14h 3m

Cardiff to Perth by train and foot

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8h 27mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Perth via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 9m.

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