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 £45 - £80 and takes 11h 24m.

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 5h 1m and costs £45 - £130.

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 Dunblane Police Station and arriving at University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

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 10m.

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 10m and costs £75 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m 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 Dunblane 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 10m and costs £75 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Dunblane to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dunblane to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn 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 15m to drive 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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 10m
£77–277
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 7m
£43–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
11h 24m
£48–78
Drive 390.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Cardiffcar 390.9 mi
7h 15m
£96–138
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 1m
£49–129
Train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Crewetrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 20m
£106–142
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h
£73–625
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 23m
£64–194
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 34m
£57–178
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 48m
£97–260

Dunblane to Cardiff by train

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8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 417.4 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

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 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunblane Police Station to University RE via Buchanan Bus Stn, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 24m.

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