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 £50 - £110 and takes 11h 14m.

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 16m and costs £50 - £160.

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 Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

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, Warrington Bank Quay and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

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 Warrington which takes 7h 48m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m 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 Warrington which takes 7h 48m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Paisley to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paisley to Cardiff train arrive?

Paisley to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Cardiff is 379 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Paisley to Cardiff.

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

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Paisley to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 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)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 16m
£54–159
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 48m
£136–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
11h 14m
£54–108
Drive 376.9 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Cardiffcar 376.9 mi
7h 8m
£92–133
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 54m
£85–194
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
5h 31m
£88–182
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 22m
£135–420
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
5h 53m
£115–254
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 42m
£105–235
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
10h 51m
£259–393

Paisley to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 366.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 14m.

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