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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 12h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 5h 3m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Kilmarnock via Crewe and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Cardiff and Kilmarnock is 405 miles. The road distance is 368.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs £50 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Cardiff to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kilmarnock bus from?

Cardiff to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs £50 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Cardiff to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Kilmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Kilmarnock is 368 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Cardiff to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 493+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
8h 2m
£52–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
12h 18m
£33–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
11h 3m
£54–146
Drive 366.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kilmarnock366.3 mi
7h 8m
£91–131
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 Central to Kilmarnock
5h 3m
£54–152
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
8h 9m
£64–177
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 23m
£60–166
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 24m
£78–204
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h
£65–195
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
6h 20m
£71–204

Cardiff to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 403 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock via Crewe and Glasgow Central in around 8h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 18m.

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