What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £110 and takes 13h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Cardiff is to bus and fly and train which takes 6h 43m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

How far is it from Fort William to Cardiff?

The distance between Fort William and Cardiff is 484 miles. The road distance is 475.5 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 41m and costs £70 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 10h 41m to get from Fort William to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Cardiff bus from?

Fort William to Cardiff bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Fort William to Cardiff is to bus which takes 13h 25m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can train via Crewe, which costs £80 - £260 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Fort William to Cardiff bus arrive?

Fort William to Cardiff bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Cardiff train arrive?

Fort William to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Cardiff is 475 miles. It takes approximately 8h 59m to drive from Fort William to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Fort William to Cardiff?

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Fort William to Cardiff - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Fort William to Cardiff by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Anniesland Cross915
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
10h 41m
£72–206
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terminal Building
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 43m
£47–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
13h 25m
£54–109
Drive 472.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Cardiff472.7 mi
8h 59m
£116–167
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
11h 13m
£81–257
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
11h 33m
£91–252
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh WaverleyFort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
13h 8m
£128–628
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 13m
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 10m
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terminal Building
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
8h 11m
£67–199
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Filling Station to Drum Green
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 43m
£54–212
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terminal Building
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
8h 29m
£103–279

Fort William to Cardiff by bus and train

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10h 41mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.3 mi
Duration: 10h 41m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 13h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 11h 13m.

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