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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Cardiff is to bus which costs £55 - £110 and takes 14h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 22m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Cardiff?

The distance between Dunfermline and Cardiff is 378 miles. The road distance is 386.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 48m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Dunfermline to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Cardiff bus from?

Dunfermline to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Cardiff train from?

Dunfermline to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 48m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 14h 50m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Cardiff train arrive?

Dunfermline to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Cardiff is 387 miles. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Dunfermline to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 22m
£58–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
14h 50m
£56–107
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 48m
£131–215
Drive 384.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Cardiffcar 384.5 mi
7h 20m
£95–137
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 40m
£56–176
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 47m
£89–189
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 22m
£78–207
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
8h 37m
£196–300

Dunfermline to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 375.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cardiff North Road via Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 14h 50m.

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