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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 11h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Cardiff?

The distance between Glasgow and Cardiff is 381 miles. The road distance is 371.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 26m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Glasgow to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 26m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 11h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Glasgow to Cardiff bus arrive?

Glasgow to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Glasgow to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Cardiff is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Glasgow to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Cardiff?

Book your Glasgow to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
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 / ...
6h 26m
£127–202
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 2m
£44–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
11h 3m
£50–76
Drive 369.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cardiffcar 369.7 mi
6h 59m
£92–132
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
2. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 1m
£219–324
Fly Glasgow Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane GLA - CWL
5h 40m
£73–163
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
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 7m
£62–181
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 25m
£73–162

Glasgow to Cardiff by train

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379.2 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Bristol Bus Station in around 11h 3m.

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