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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Cardiff is to bus which costs £55 - £130 and takes 16h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 59m and costs £45 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Cardiff Central via Aberdeen, Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Elgin to Cardiff?

The distance between Elgin and Cardiff is 513 miles. The road distance is 529.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 11h 47m and costs £80 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Elgin to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Cardiff bus from?

Elgin to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Elgin to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 11h 47m and costs £80 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 16h 5m.

Where does the Elgin to Cardiff bus arrive?

Elgin to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Where does the Elgin to Cardiff train arrive?

Elgin to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Cardiff is 529 miles. It takes approximately 10h 10m to drive from Elgin to Cardiff.

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

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Elgin to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Elgin to Cardiff by bus, plane, train, or car

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

Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 48m
£76–234
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 59m
£49–201
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
11h 47m
£81–372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
4. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
16h 5m
£56–126
Drive 526.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Cardiffcar 526.1 mi
10h 10m
£129–186
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 4m
£91–306
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane INV - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 35m
£101–265
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 53m
£61–216
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Wilmslow to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 31m
£113–315
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
12h 2m
£98–640
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Morpethtrain
3. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus
18h 3m
£87–154

Elgin to Cardiff by bus

65Weekly Buses

16h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Elgin to Cardiff.

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Distance: 509.7 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Cardiff Central via Aberdeen, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 11h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 16h 5m.

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