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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff University is to fly and train which takes 4h 10m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Cardiff University?

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

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Cardiff University?

The distance between Glasgow and Cardiff University is 382 miles. The road distance is 372 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Glasgow to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cardiff University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cardiff University is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £170 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Glasgow to Cardiff University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Cardiff University?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

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

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

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Train
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 30m
£128–203
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 10m
£44–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 22m
£89–145
Drive 369.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cardiff Universitycar 369.8 mi
6h 59m
£92–133
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 Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
11h 3m
£49–77
Fly Glasgow Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane GLA - CWL
7h 57m
£93–163
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 59m
£51–152
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 36m
£74–162

Glasgow to Cardiff University by train and foot

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Distance: 379.7 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cardiff University via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cardiff University via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bus Station, and University RE in around 11h 3m.

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