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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Cardiff is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £50 - £120 and takes 19h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Forres station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Forres Station and arriving at Cardiff Central via Aberdeen, Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

How far is it from Forres to Cardiff?

The distance between Forres and Cardiff is 495 miles. The road distance is 525.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 11h 51m and costs £100 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Forres to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Cardiff bus from?

Forres to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Cumming Street station.

Where do I catch the Forres to Cardiff train from?

Forres to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Forres Station.

Train or bus from Forres to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Forres to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 11h 51m and costs £100 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 31m.

Where does the Forres to Cardiff bus arrive?

Forres to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Forres to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Cardiff is 526 miles. It takes approximately 9h 47m to drive from Forres to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 41m
£56–206
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leys Road to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to John Dobson Street
3. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Kingsway GD
19h 22m
£54–117
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Forres Station to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
11h 51m
£101–390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
15h 31m
Drive 522.7 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Cardiff522.7 mi
9h 47m
£130–188
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 9m
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 43m
£108–467
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
7h 30m
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 19m
£98–313
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
9h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Forres to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
12h 15m
£163–618

Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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Distance: 492.5 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Forres Station to Cardiff Central via Aberdeen, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 11h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumming Street to Kingsway GD via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 15h 31m.

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