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

The cheapest way to get from Plockton to Cardiff is to bus which costs £55 - £90 and takes 17h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plockton to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 7h 28m and costs £70 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Plockton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Plockton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Duncraig and arriving at Cardiff Central via Inverness, Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 58m.

How far is it from Plockton to Cardiff?

The distance between Plockton and Cardiff is 558 miles. The road distance is 551.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plockton to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 13h 58m and costs £100 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Plockton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plockton to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Plockton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Plockton to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 13h 58m and costs £100 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 17h 34m.

Where does the Plockton to Cardiff train arrive?

Plockton to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Plockton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Plockton to Cardiff is 552 miles. It takes approximately 10h 31m to drive from Plockton to Cardiff.

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

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Plockton to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Plockton to Cardiff by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 28m
£70–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Buchanan Bus Station915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
17h 34m
£56–86
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
13h 58m
£108–390
Drive 548.4 mi
1. Drive from Plockton to Cardiff548.4 mi
10h 31m
£138–198
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
8h 26m
£127–522
Train, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
3. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
10h 5m
£120–324
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
11h 22m
£82–224
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
3. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
5. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
11h 2m
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
3. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
11h 12m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
14h 37m
Train
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
15h 4m
£115–245

Plockton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 555 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a train from Duncraig to Cardiff Central via Inverness, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 13h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Plockton to Kingsway GD via Kyle of Lochalsh, Harbour Slipway, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 17h 34m.

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