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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Cardiff is to ferry and bus which costs £45 - £160 and takes 18h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 7h 9m and costs £260 - £410.

How far is it from Islay to Cardiff?

The distance between Islay and Cardiff is 378 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Cardiff without a car is to ferry and bus and train via Crewe which takes 13h 41m and costs £75 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Islay to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Islay to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Islay to Cardiff by plane, train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ILY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 9m
£267–402
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
4. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
18h 2m
£48–160
Ferry, bus, train via Crewe
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
13h 41m
£77–290
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the train from Motherwell to Newport (S Wales)
15h 40m
£218–728
Ferry, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
21h 45m
£56–165

Islay to Cardiff by ferry, bus, and train

24Weekly Services

13h 41mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Islay to Cardiff.

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Distance: 376.3 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Cardiff. However, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Cardiff Central via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station Forecourt, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 13h 41m.

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