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Cardiff to Kirkcaldy trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy takes 8h 29m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 29m
Duration
402 mi
Distance
£174
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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7h 35m
£138–249

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy. 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 Kirkcaldy at 11:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 401.8 mi
  • Duration: 8h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Kirkcaldy via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 35m.

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