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 £45 - £80 and takes 12h 43m.

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 bus between Stirling and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stirling 13 Goosecroft Rd and arriving at University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

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 57m.

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 57m and costs £75 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m 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 Megabus UK, depart from Stirling 13 Goosecroft Rd 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 57m and costs £75 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 43m.

Where does the Stirling to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stirling to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 51.

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 57m
£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 1m
£41–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stirling 13 Goosecroft Rd to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 51
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University RE111
12h 43m
£48–78
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 9m
£101–192
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
£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 5m
£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
£74–198
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 30m
£62–182

Stirling to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 412.6 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

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 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stirling 13 Goosecroft Rd to University RE via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 51, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 43m.

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