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 £30 - £110 and takes 12h 27m.

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 46m and costs £85 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling 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 12h 27m.

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 £70 - £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 bus from?

Stirling to Cardiff bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus 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 7h 56m and costs £70 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 12h 27m.

Where does the Stirling to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stirling to Cardiff bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, 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 8m to drive from Stirling to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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
£73–325
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
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
12h 27m
£33–104
Drive 385.8 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Cardiff385.8 mi
7h 8m
£96–139
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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
4h 53m
£42–122
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
£96–192
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station909 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 41m
£104–562
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 48m
£55–138
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
4h 46m
£86–209
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 13m
£74–204
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 24m
£62–193

Stirling to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 412.6 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 12h 27m.

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