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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Cardiff is to bus via Leeds which costs £35 - £75 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 train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs £80 - £200.

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 Sophia Gardens via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

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 44m.

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 44m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m 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 Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road 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 44m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 16m to drive from Dunfermline to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 9 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)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 23m
£50–138
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Elder Street Bus Stop to Leeds York Streetmegabus M20
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North RoadUk078
14h 50m
£35–74
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Haymarket to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 44m
£73–268
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
11h 29m
£46–86
Drive 384.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Cardiff384.5 mi
7h 16m
£95–136
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Gateway
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
3. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
4h 21m
£81–195
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 37m
£41–131
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
5h 53m
£70–200
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
8h 32m
£78–379

Dunfermline to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 375.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 29m.

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