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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 13h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 32m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Perth to Cardiff?

The distance between Perth and Cardiff is 403 miles. The road distance is 411.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Cardiff without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 8h 43m and costs £70 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Perth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Perth to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Perth to Cardiff is to train via Glasgow which takes 8h 43m and costs £70 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 13h 9m.

Where does the Perth to Cardiff bus arrive?

Perth to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Cardiff train arrive?

Perth to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Cardiff is 412 miles. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Perth to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Perth to Cardiff?

Book your Perth to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1544+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Perth to Cardiff by bus, plane, train, or car

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

Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street 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
4h 41m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
13h 9m
£32–108
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
8h 43m
£71–306
Drive 409.5 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Cardiff409.5 mi
7h 40m
£102–147
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
4h 39m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 32m
£44–147
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 6m
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Perth to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 45m
£109–315
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 53m
£96–193
Train #2
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh WaverleyPerth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 32m
£106–625

Perth to Cardiff by train and foot

55Weekly Services

8h 43mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400.7 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 8h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 13h 9m.

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