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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £85 and takes 11h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 5m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Paisley to Cardiff?

The distance between Paisley and Cardiff is 368 miles. The road distance is 379.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 28m and costs £55 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Paisley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paisley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Paisley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Paisley to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 28m and costs £55 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £85 and takes 11h 36m.

Where does the Paisley to Cardiff bus arrive?

Paisley to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Paisley to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Cardiff is 379 miles. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Paisley to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Paisley 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 5m
£37–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
11h 36m
£28–82
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 28m
£59–225
Drive 376.9 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Cardiff376.9 mi
7h 4m
£92–133
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 38m
£45–138
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
5h 38m
£77–195
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 32m
£56–187
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 20m
£125–382
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)Glasgow Central - Plymouth
11h 36m
£197–657

Paisley to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 366 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 11h 36m.

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