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 - £90 and takes 12h 52m.

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 40m and costs £50 - £150.

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, Birmingham - Jennens Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

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 2m.

How far is it from Gourock to Cardiff?

The distance between Gourock and Cardiff is 386 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 2m and costs £130 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m 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, bus or fly from Gourock to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Gourock to Cardiff is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs £130 - £230. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £180 and takes 6h 51m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 12h 52m.

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 28m to drive from Gourock to Cardiff.

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

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Gourock to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
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 40m
£53–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 901
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
12h 52m
£51–87
Train
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 2m
£135–221
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 901
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
12h 27m
£95–155
Drive 395.7 mi
1. Drive from Gourock to Cardiffcar 395.7 mi
7h 28m
£98–141
Fly Glasgow Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane GLA - CWL
6h 51m
£83–176
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 9m
£71–197
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 5m
£84–175
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 59m
£144–443

Gourock to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 384.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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 2m. Alternatively, Ryanair, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 5 times a week.

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