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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is to train and fly which takes 4h 40m and costs £60 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Railway Station Stance D via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy is 404 miles. The road distance is 395.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 41m and costs £80 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kirkcaldy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 41m and costs £80 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is 396 miles. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 2582+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy 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 41m
£81–201
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Railway Station Stance DX27
12h 34m
£35–51
Drive 393.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy393.2 mi
7h 28m
£99–142
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 40m
£64–151
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to KirkcaldyEdinburgh - Perth / ...
8h 28m
£80–622
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus StationX58 / ...
13h 39m
£39–101
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 Kirkcaldy
4h 49m
£85–238
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 33m
£78–214
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 50m
£60–176
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
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy
6h 34m
£61–287

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy by train

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7h 41mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 401.8 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Kirkcaldy via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Railway Station Stance D via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 12h 34m.

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