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 £27 - £40 and takes 10h 5m.

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 47m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 5m.

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 47m.

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 which takes 6h 47m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m 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 Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD 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 which takes 6h 47m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Scotland bus arrive?

Cardiff to Scotland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 55m 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 47m
£62–216
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
11h 52m
£24–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
10h 5m
£27–40
Drive 369.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Glasgow369.3 mi
6h 55m
£93–134
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 7m
£54–138
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3h 47m
£43–123
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
4h 16m
£75–225
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h
£68–201
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
4h 25m
£103–257
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
4h 40m
£57–199

Cardiff to Scotland by train

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6h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379.2 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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