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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Cardiff is to fly and train which costs £45 - £130 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 34m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Cardiff?

The distance between Falkirk and Cardiff is 388 miles. The road distance is 377.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 44m and costs £60 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Falkirk to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Cardiff bus from?

Falkirk to Cardiff bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Cardiff train from?

Falkirk to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 44m and costs £60 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Falkirk to Cardiff bus arrive?

Falkirk to Cardiff bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Cardiff train arrive?

Falkirk to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Cardiff is 378 miles. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Falkirk to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 34m
£48–133
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 44m
£64–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
12h 3m
Drive 375.4 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Cardiffcar 375.4 mi
7h 14m
£91–131
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 50m
£48–124
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 55m
£62–201
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 17m
£62–197
Train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Crewetrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 56m
£95–151
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes Streetbus X38
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 40m

Falkirk to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 385.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 3m.

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