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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is to bus via Leeds which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 5m.

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 46m and costs £65 - £170.

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 Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs £85 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m 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 FlixBus, 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 46m and costs £85 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at 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 2667+ 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 46m
£88–214
Bus
cheapest
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
14h 25m
£40–109
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Park & Ride
13h 5m
£41–77
Drive 393.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy393.2 mi
7h 28m
£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 46m
£67–168
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to KirkcaldyEdinburgh - Perth / ...
8h 31m
£57–349
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 1m
£60–201
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 46m
£78–204
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 47m
£85–196
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 39m
£66–311

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy by train

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7h 46mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy.

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Distance: 401.8 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

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 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Railway Station Stance D via Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Park & Ride in around 13h 5m.

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