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 £40 - £130 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 30m and costs £80 - £200.

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 Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

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 47m.

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 47m and costs £70 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m 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 47m and costs £70 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h.

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 10m to drive from Falkirk to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Falkirk to 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)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 32m
£52–139
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 43m
£42–130
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Haymarket to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 47m
£75–321
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37
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
13h
Drive 375.4 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Cardiff375.4 mi
7h 10m
£93–134
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
3. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
4h 30m
£83–196
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 2m
£73–205
Train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 59m
£100–191
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 38m

Falkirk to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 385.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 13h.

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