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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at University RE via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Cardiff?

The distance between Glasgow and Cardiff is 381 miles. The road distance is 371.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £110 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Glasgow to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cardiff bus from?

Glasgow to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cardiff train from?

Glasgow to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £110 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Glasgow to Cardiff bus arrive?

Glasgow to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Glasgow to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Cardiff is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Glasgow to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Glasgow to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Glasgow to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - Milton Keynes Central / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 23m
£115–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
9h 36m
£48–75
Drive 369.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cardiffcar 369.7 mi
6h 59m
£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 5m
£55–135
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h
£141–327
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
8h 46m
£200–624
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to 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
4h 55m
£54–142
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
5h 31m
£85–265
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 15m
£149–415
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to 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
6h 16m
£85–272

Glasgow to Cardiff by train

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6h 23mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Glasgow to Cardiff.

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Distance: 379.2 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to University RE via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd in around 9h 36m.

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