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 £60 - £120 and takes 13h 38m.

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 28m and costs £65 - £190.

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 University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 38m.

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 Dalmuir, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Fort William to Cardiff?

The distance between Fort William and Cardiff is 490 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 via Crewe which takes 10h 34m and costs £150 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 10h 34m 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 38m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can train via Warrington, which costs £160 - £330 and takes 11h 39m.

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 Dalmuir station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Cardiff is 475 miles. It takes approximately 9h 4m 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 - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus, train via Crewe
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Glasgow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
10h 34m
£152–261
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
13h 38m
£62–120
Drive 472.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Cardiffcar 472.7 mi
9h 4m
£116–167
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Glasgow Airportbus
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 28m
£68–186
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Fort William to Dalmuirtrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
11h 39m
£164–325
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
11h 39m
£149–273
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
13h 9m
£261–392
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 11m
£69–173
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Glasgow Airportbus
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 49m
£97–204
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus
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
7h 30m
£78–216
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 32m
£93–201

Fort William to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 487.3 mi
Duration: 10h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 13h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Cardiff Central via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 11h 39m.

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