What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to South Wales is to bus which costs £70 - £150 and takes 11h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to South Wales is to fly and train which takes 5h 17m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Hanover Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cwmbach via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Scotland to South Wales?

The distance between Scotland and South Wales is 403 miles. The road distance is 364.2 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to South Wales without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 44m and costs £140 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to South Wales?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Scotland to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to South Wales bus from?

Scotland to South Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to South Wales train from?

Scotland to South Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to South Wales?

The best way to get from Scotland to South Wales is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 44m and costs £140 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 11h 32m.

Where does the Scotland to South Wales bus arrive?

Scotland to South Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Scotland to South Wales train arrive?

Scotland to South Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Scotland to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to South Wales is 364 miles. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Scotland to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Scotland to South Wales?

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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 / ...
7h 44m
£148–250
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
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 17m
£58–158
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
11h 32m
£72–142
Drive 362.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to South Walescar 362.1 mi
6h 50m
£89–128
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 28m
£270–388
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 37m
£70–172
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 39m
£100–290
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 43m
£65–191
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
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
6h 46m
£94–202
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 6m
£102–206

Scotland to South Wales by train

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Distance: 400.6 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Scotland and South Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cwmbach via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Glenboi Cemetery via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, Greyfriars Road GJ, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 11h 32m.

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