What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Burntisland?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Burntisland is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Burntisland?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Burntisland is to train and fly which takes 4h 48m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Allan Court via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Burntisland via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Burntisland?

The distance between Cardiff and Burntisland is 399 miles. The road distance is 390.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Burntisland without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burntisland without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 56m and costs £80 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Burntisland?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Cardiff to Burntisland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Burntisland bus from?

Cardiff to Burntisland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Burntisland train from?

Cardiff to Burntisland train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burntisland is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 56m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Burntisland bus arrive?

Cardiff to Burntisland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Burntisland train arrive?

Cardiff to Burntisland train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Burntisland is 390 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Cardiff to Burntisland.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Burntisland?

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Where can I stay near Burntisland?

There are 2567+ hotels available in Burntisland.

Cardiff to Burntisland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Burntisland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 56m
£82–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
12h 36m
£36–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley
11h 54m
£59–157
Drive 387.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Burntisland387.8 mi
7h 24m
£97–140
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 48m
£60–156
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 43m
£77–559
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Burntisland
4h 57m
£81–241
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 40m
£75–217
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
6h 5m
£59–153
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 49m
£66–226

Cardiff to Burntisland by train

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 396.2 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Burntisland via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Allan Court via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Bus Station in around 12h 36m.

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