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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 12h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from St Margarets Nursery School and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Cardiff?

The distance between Johnstone and Cardiff is 371 miles. The road distance is 383.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £60 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Johnstone to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Cardiff bus from?

Johnstone to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Johnstone to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Cardiff is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £60 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Johnstone to Cardiff bus arrive?

Johnstone to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Johnstone to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Johnstone to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Cardiff is 384 miles. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Johnstone to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Johnstone 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 15m
£40–120
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall StUk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
13h 50m
£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 35m
£60–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
12h 11m
£32–45
Drive 381.4 mi
1. Drive from Johnstone to Cardiff381.4 mi
7h 4m
£96–138
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 22m
£48–135
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
5h 34m
£79–206
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
5h 43m
£59–204
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 26m
£124–386

Johnstone to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 368.5 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Johnstone to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GD 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 10h.

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