The average train between Kirkcaldy and Cardiff takes 7h 39m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkcaldy is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 7h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy station and arriving at Cardiff station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.
Kirkcaldy to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Kirkcaldy to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Kirkcaldy to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kirkcaldy and Cardiff is 515.6 km. The road distance is 647 km.
You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 8h 1m.