What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff is to bus which costs £60 - £140 and takes 10h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 2h 39m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Hanover Street and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Cardiff is 365 miles. The road distance is 379.4 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 35m and costs £140 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff bus from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff train from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 35m and costs £140 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff train arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff is 379 miles. It takes approximately 7h 3m to drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1729+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly, train
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1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
2h 39m
£46–133
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 35m
£143–249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
10h 36m
£62–139
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow-GLA to Cardiffrideshare 377.2 mi
7h 3m
Drive 377.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiffcar 377.2 mi
7h 3m
£91–132
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain Glasgow Central - Worcestershire Parkway
2. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 20m
£263–379

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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Distance: 363.3 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Glasgow Airport (GLA), Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Terminal Building to Cardiff Central via Waterloo Lane, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Building to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 10h 36m.

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