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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Scotland is to bus which costs £29 - £65 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 49m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Glasgow Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Scotland?

The distance between Cardiff and Scotland is 381 miles. The road distance is 371.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Scotland without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 38m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Cardiff to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Scotland?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Scotland is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 38m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Scotland bus arrive?

Cardiff to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Scotland is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Cardiff to Scotland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Scotland 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 Glasgow Centraltrain Milton Keynes Central - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 38m
£59–214
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rdbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
9h 45m
£29–65
Drive 369.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Glasgowcar 369.3 mi
6h 58m
£88–128
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 3m
£50–132
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central
9h 25m
£193–654
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3h 49m
£39–107
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 2m
£54–185
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
4h 47m
£41–170
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
4h 52m
£87–232
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane BRS - INV
4h 47m
£54–192

Cardiff to Scotland by train

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Distance: 379.2 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central via Crewe in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Buchanan Bus Station via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St in around 9h 45m.

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