The average train between Cardiff and Dunfermline takes 8h 7m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Dunfermline. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Dunfermline? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Dunfermline station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.
Cardiff to Dunfermline train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Dunfermline train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Cardiff to Dunfermline train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Cardiff and Dunfermline is 510.9 km. The road distance is 633 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dunfermline Town via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 30m.