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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Cardiff is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 14h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Dundee to Cardiff?

The distance between Dundee and Cardiff is 509 miles. The road distance is 425.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs £200 - £650.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Dundee to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Cardiff bus from?

Dundee to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dundee station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Cardiff train from?

Dundee to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Dundee to Cardiff is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs £200 - £650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 14h 55m.

Where does the Dundee to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dundee to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Dundee to Cardiff train arrive?

Dundee to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Cardiff is 425 miles. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Dundee to Cardiff.

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

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

Book your Dundee to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1592+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Dundee to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Dundee to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Newport (S Wales)train Dundee - Plymouth
8h 32m
£208–640
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
14h 55m
£29–78
Drive 422.7 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Cardiffcar 422.7 mi
8h
£102–147
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
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 18m
£53–156
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 39m
£65–279
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee 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 58m
£42–152
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
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 39m
£68–224
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 30m
£79–300
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 19m
£40–278

Dundee to Cardiff by train

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8h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 505.9 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Dundee to Newport (S Wales) twice a week. Tickets cost £200–650 and the journey takes 8h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundee to Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in around 14h 55m.

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