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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 11h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 39m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Greenock to Cardiff?

The distance between Greenock and Cardiff is 383 miles. The road distance is 395.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £65 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Greenock to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Cardiff bus from?

Greenock to Cardiff bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Greenock to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Greenock to Cardiff is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £65 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 11h 57m.

Where does the Greenock to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greenock to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greenock to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Cardiff is 395 miles. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Greenock to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 39m
£47–135
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
12h 38m
£31–67
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 56m
£68–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
11h 57m
£32–45
Drive 392.8 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Cardiff392.8 mi
7h 17m
£99–142
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 58m
£52–149
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 7m
£87–231
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 4m
£67–206
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 46m
£124–401
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Paddington Station
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 32m
£87–271

Greenock to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 381.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Greenock West to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 57m.

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