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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Inverkeithing is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 11h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Inverkeithing is to train and fly which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Inverkeithing?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Inverkeithing. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Inverkeithing?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Inverkeithing. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Inverkeithing via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Inverkeithing?

The distance between Cardiff and Inverkeithing is 376 miles. The road distance is 382.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Inverkeithing without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 12m and costs £85 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Cardiff to Inverkeithing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Inverkeithing bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Inverkeithing train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Inverkeithing?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Inverkeithing is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 12m and costs £85 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 11h 43m.

Where does the Cardiff to Inverkeithing bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Inverkeithing train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Inverkeithing?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Inverkeithing is 382 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Inverkeithing.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverkeithing?

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

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

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 11m
£46–130
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
13h 7m
£36–100
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 12m
£86–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to AirportAir / ...
11h 43m
£41–59
Drive 380 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Inverkeithing380 mi
7h 11m
£95–138
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
4h 21m
£70–193
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 4m
£64–199
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
5h 21m
£59–150
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 4m
£59–291
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 59m
£63–617

Cardiff to Inverkeithing by train

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7h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 373.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Inverkeithing via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Airport in around 11h 43m.

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