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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Cardiff is to bus and fly and train which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Cardiff is to bus and fly and train which takes 5h 48m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Forfar and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Forfar to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Forfar to Cardiff?

The distance between Forfar and Cardiff is 452 miles. The road distance is 437.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 9h 36m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 9h 36m to get from Forfar to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the Forfar to Cardiff train arrive?

Forfar to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Cardiff is 438 miles. It takes approximately 8h 15m to drive from Forfar to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Forfar to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Forfar to Cardiff by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 36m
£149–252
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 48m
£54–155
Drive 435.2 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Cardiffcar 435.2 mi
8h 15m
£108–155
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Haymarketbus
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
10h 26m
£125–214
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
10h 35m
£200–304
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 52m
£79–194
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£101–270
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 11m
£84–190

Forfar to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

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9h 36mAverage Duration

£149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 449.1 mi
Duration: 9h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Cardiff Central via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 9h 36m.

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