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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Scotland to Cardiff?

The distance between Scotland and Cardiff is 381 miles. The road distance is 371.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Scotland to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Scotland to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 57m.

Where does the Scotland to Cardiff bus arrive?

Scotland to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Scotland to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Cardiff is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Scotland to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
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 / ...
6h 23m
£142–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
10h 57m
£43–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 22m
£115–224
Drive 369.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cardiffcar 369.7 mi
6h 59m
£90–130
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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 3m
£50–143
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 22m
£56–158
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 24m
£92–285
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 33m
£57–176
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 46m
£94–186
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 27m
£87–172

Scotland to Cardiff by train

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6h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379.2 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station in around 10h 57m.

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