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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tranent is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tranent is to train and fly which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tranent?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tranent. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bridge Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Tranent?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tranent. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Prestonpans via Crewe and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tranent?

The distance between Cardiff and Tranent is 391 miles. The road distance is 365.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tranent without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 42m and costs £75 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Cardiff to Tranent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tranent bus from?

Cardiff to Tranent bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tranent train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Tranent?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tranent is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 42m and costs £75 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tranent bus arrive?

Cardiff to Tranent bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Tranent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tranent?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tranent is 366 miles. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Cardiff to Tranent.

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

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Where can I stay near Tranent?

There are 2268+ hotels available in Tranent.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 42m
£76–222
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
13h 19m
£37–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
12h 26m
£38–55
Drive 363.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tranent363.7 mi
7h 15m
£91–132
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
5h 8m
£59–144
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 16m
£78–551
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestonpans
5h 18m
£80–231
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 Edinburgh Waverley
5h 48m
£65–204
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
6h 1m
£73–207
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
6h 23m
£62–218

Cardiff to Tranent by train

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7h 42mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 388.3 mi
Duration: 7h 42m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Prestonpans via Crewe and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Bridge Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 12h 26m.

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