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

The cheapest way to get from Troon to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 13h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Troon to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Troon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Troon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Portland Street and arriving at University RE via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Troon and Cardiff?

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

How far is it from Troon to Cardiff?

The distance between Troon and Cardiff is 416 miles. The road distance is 374 miles.

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

The best way to get from Troon to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h and costs £70 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Troon to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Troon to Cardiff bus from?

Troon to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Troon to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Troon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Troon to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 8h and costs £70 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 13h 48m.

Where does the Troon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Troon to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Troon to Cardiff train arrive?

Troon to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Troon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Troon to Cardiff is 374 miles. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Troon to Cardiff.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Troon to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
8h
£74–281
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Troon to Paisley Gilmour 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 51m
£47–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall StUk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University RE111
13h 48m
£48–77
Drive 371.8 mi
1. Drive from Troon to Cardiff371.8 mi
7h 15m
£92–133
Train
1. Take the train from Troon to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
10h 9m
£185–198
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Troon to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 53m
£52–144
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Troon to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 6m
£84–201
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Troon to Paisley Gilmour 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 20m
£68–188
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Troon to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 32m
£102–294

Troon to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 413.6 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a train from Troon to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland Street to University RE via Dunlop Street, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 13h 48m.

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