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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 12h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Paisley to Cardiff?

The distance between Paisley and Cardiff is 368 miles. The road distance is 379.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 34m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Paisley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paisley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Paisley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Paisley to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 34m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 12h 7m.

Where does the Paisley to Cardiff bus arrive?

Paisley to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Paisley to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Cardiff is 379 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Paisley to Cardiff.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 7m.

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

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
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 3m
£49–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
12h 7m
£44–93
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 34m
£143–240
Drive 376.9 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Cardiffcar 376.9 mi
7h 8m
£93–134
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
5h 10m
£58–170
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 27m
£86–172
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 26m
£135–430
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 / ...
11h 17m
£265–375

Paisley to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 366 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Building to Cardiff North Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Bristol Bus Station in around 12h 7m.

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