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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Plockton is to bus which costs £65 - £95 and takes 16h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Plockton is to train and fly which takes 8h 12m and costs £75 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Plockton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Plockton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Duncraig via Crewe, Haymarket and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Plockton?

The distance between Cardiff and Plockton is 558 miles. The road distance is 551 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Plockton without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 14h 43m and costs £110 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Cardiff to Plockton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Plockton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Plockton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Plockton is to train via Edinburgh which takes 14h 43m and costs £110 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £95 and takes 16h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Plockton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Plockton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Plockton is 551 miles. It takes approximately 10h 31m to drive from Cardiff to Plockton.

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

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Where can I stay near Plockton?

There are 258+ hotels available in Plockton.

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

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

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
8h 12m
£80–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Camp Site Road End915
16h 26m
£66–91
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
14h 43m
£116–272
Drive 547.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Plockton547.8 mi
10h 31m
£137–198
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, 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 bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
5. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
11h 34m
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
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
5. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
12h 4m
£75–228
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
3. Take the train from Dyce to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
11h 9m
£141–359
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
11h 43m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
3. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
14h 51m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraig
15h 42m
£125–192

Cardiff to Plockton by train

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14h 43mAverage Duration

£116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 555 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Duncraig via Crewe, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 14h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Plockton via Buchanan Bus Station and Camp Site Road End in around 16h 26m.

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