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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cardiff is to fly and train which costs £50 - £210 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs £50 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Inverness to Cardiff?

The distance between Inverness and Cardiff is 486 miles. The road distance is 523.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 30m and costs £85 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Inverness to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cardiff bus from?

Inverness to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Inverness to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 30m and costs £85 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 59m.

Where does the Inverness to Cardiff bus arrive?

Inverness to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Cardiff train arrive?

Inverness to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Cardiff is 523 miles. It takes approximately 9h 37m to drive from Inverness to Cardiff.

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

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Inverness to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 31m
£50–206
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
10h 30m
£88–334
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
14h 59m
Drive 520.1 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Cardiff520.1 mi
9h 37m
£130–187
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 56m
£62–190
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 34m
£107–467
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 45m
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 40m
£104–268
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 11m
£97–297
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
11h 36m
£99–196
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Stationmegabus M90 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
12h 7m
£100–570

Inverness to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 482.8 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 10h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 14h 59m.

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