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

The cheapest way to get from Gourock to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £110 and takes 11h 48m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Gourock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Gourock station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Gourock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Gourock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gourock and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Gourock to Cardiff?

The distance between Gourock and Cardiff is 407 miles. The road distance is 398 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gourock to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £100 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Gourock to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gourock to Cardiff bus from?

Gourock to Cardiff bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Gourock to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Gourock to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Gourock to Cardiff is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £100 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 11h 48m.

Where does the Gourock to Cardiff bus arrive?

Gourock to Cardiff bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Gourock to Cardiff train arrive?

Gourock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Gourock to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Gourock to Cardiff is 398 miles. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Gourock to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 5m
£106–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 901
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
11h 48m
£52–108
Drive 395.7 mi
1. Drive from Gourock to Cardiffcar 395.7 mi
7h 27m
£98–141
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 55m
£55–133
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 15m
£144–254
Train #2
1. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain Gourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 27m
£262–372
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 15m
£83–188
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
6h 17m
£93–187
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
6h 10m
£144–415
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£122–265

Gourock to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 404.7 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a train from Gourock to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 48m.

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