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

The cheapest way to get from Dunblane to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 12h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunblane to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs £85 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Dunblane and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunblane station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dunblane and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dunblane to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dunblane and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Dunblane to Cardiff?

The distance between Dunblane and Cardiff is 420 miles. The road distance is 393.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunblane to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 5m and costs £65 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Dunblane to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Cardiff bus from?

Dunblane to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Police Station.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Cardiff train from?

Dunblane to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunblane station.

Train or bus from Dunblane to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Dunblane to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 5m and costs £65 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 12h 33m.

Where does the Dunblane to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dunblane to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunblane to Cardiff train arrive?

Dunblane to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dunblane to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunblane to Cardiff is 393 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Dunblane to Cardiff.

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

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
8h 5m
£69–327
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Buchanan Bus StationE3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
12h 33m
£34–104
Drive 390.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Cardiff390.9 mi
7h 11m
£98–141
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 2m
£43–123
Train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 17m
£96–192
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dunblane to HaymarketDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 5m
£106–619
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 57m
£55–139
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
4h 55m
£86–210
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 22m
£74–200
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 33m
£63–189

Dunblane to Cardiff by train

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8h 5mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 417.4 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a train from Dunblane to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 12h 33m.

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