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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 12h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 37m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Irvine to Cardiff?

The distance between Irvine and Cardiff is 390 miles. The road distance is 375.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 55m and costs £60 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Irvine to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Irvine to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Irvine to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 55m and costs £60 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Irvine to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Cardiff is 375 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Irvine to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Irvine 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)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 37m
£43–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
12h 8m
£38–112
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 55m
£65–241
Drive 373.1 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Cardiffcar 373.1 mi
7h 18m
£92–132
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Irvine 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 6m
£61–153
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 3m
£56–187
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
5h 45m
£120–400
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 16m
£93–262
Train
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 49m
£205–669

Irvine to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 387.6 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to Sophia Gardens via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 8m.

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