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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Cardiff is to train and fly which costs £65 - £240 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 8h 56m and costs £65 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Cardiff Central via Inverness, Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 24m.

How far is it from Thurso to Cardiff?

The distance between Thurso and Cardiff is 636 miles. The road distance is 629.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Cardiff without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 15h 24m and costs £110 - £370.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Thurso to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Cardiff bus from?

Thurso to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Royal Bank of Scotland station.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Thurso to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 15h 24m and costs £110 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19h 24m.

Where does the Thurso to Cardiff bus arrive?

Thurso to Cardiff bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Thurso to Cardiff train arrive?

Thurso to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Thurso to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Cardiff is 630 miles. It takes approximately 11h 54m to drive from Thurso to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Thurso to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Thurso to Cardiff by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
8h 56m
£68–240
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
15h 24m
£111–370
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Station
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
16h 40m
£118–607
Drive 626 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Cardiff626 mi
11h 54m
£154–223
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
9h 55m
£125–487
Train, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
3. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
11h 39m
£117–305
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
12h 51m
£72–210
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
10h 32m
£115–327
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
3. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
5. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
12h 33m
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
16h 30m
£118–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Union StreetE6
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
4. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
19h 24m

Thurso to Cardiff by train

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15h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 632.5 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

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

You can take a train from Thurso to Cardiff Central via Inverness, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 15h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Sophia Gardens via Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 19h 24m.

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