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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs £80 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at University RE via Park and Ride, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Stirling to Cardiff?

The distance between Stirling and Cardiff is 399 miles. The road distance is 388 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 7m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Stirling to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Cardiff bus from?

Stirling to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park and Ride station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Stirling to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stirling to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 7m and costs £140 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Stirling to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stirling to Cardiff train arrive?

Stirling to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Cardiff is 388 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Stirling to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Stirling to Cardiff by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 52m
£80–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
11h 24m
£52–112
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 7m
£140–257
Drive 385.8 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Cardiffcar 385.8 mi
7h 11m
£95–137
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 56m
£67–192
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 15m
£108–212
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£99–210
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 47m
£95–256
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Crewetrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 18m
£118–216
Train #2
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
8h 51m
£239–358

Stirling to Cardiff by train

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8h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 396.7 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Stirling to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to University RE via Park and Ride, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 24m.

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