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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Cardiff is to train and fly which costs £40 - £130 and takes 5h.

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 £50 - £150.

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 7h 56m.

How far is it from Stirling to Cardiff?

The distance between Stirling and Cardiff is 415 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 7h 56m and costs £75 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Stirling to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Cardiff train from?

Stirling to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling 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 8m 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?

There are 1551+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Stirling to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Stirling to Cardiff by train, car, plane, or bus

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

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
7h 56m
£78–325
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stirling 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
£41–126
Drive 385.8 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Cardiff385.8 mi
7h 8m
£96–138
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 52m
£54–142
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 8m
£101–192
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stirling 13 Goosecroft Rd to Edinburgh, Bus Stationmegabus 909 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 41m
£89–562
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
5h 1m
£86–199
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 16m
£75–198
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 29m
£63–182

Stirling to Cardiff by train

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 412.6 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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You can take a train from Stirling to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 56m.

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