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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is to train and fly which costs £55 - £150 and takes 4h 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 34m and costs £55 - £150.

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 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy is 386 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 39m and costs £70 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

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.

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 31m 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 2682+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy by train, plane, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 34m
£59–143
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain
6h 28m
£48–286
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 39m
£74–239
Drive 393.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kirkcaldycar 393.2 mi
7h 31m
£95–137
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
5h 47m
£51–160
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 33m
£64–202
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
8h 26m
£57–616
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
9h 16m
£67–178

Cardiff to Kirkcaldy by train

49Weekly Trains

7h 39mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy.

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Distance: 384.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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 39m.

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