The average train between Fife and Cardiff takes 9h 5m and the fastest train takes 6h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Fife to Cardiff. 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 Fife and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Fife is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 9h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Fife to Cardiff? 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 Fife to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Fife station and arriving at Cardiff station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.
Fife to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Cupar station.
Fife to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Fife to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Fife and Cardiff is 539.8 km. The road distance is 676 km.
You can take a train from Cupar to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 8h 19m.