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 - £100 and takes 13h 53m.

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 £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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 53m.

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 £85 - £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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 13h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 2632+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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
£85–206
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
13h 53m
£37–100
Drive 393.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy393.2 mi
7h 28m
£98–142
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
£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 28m
£64–437
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 41m
£85–206
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
£67–195
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 37m
£78–206
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
£67–316

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy by train

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7h 41mAverage Duration

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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 Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 13h 53m.

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