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 £30 - £50 and takes 12h 18m.

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 20m and costs £80 - £210.

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 Kingsway GD via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

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 39m.

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 39m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m 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 39m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 12h 18m.

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 21m
£50–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
12h 18m
£34–50
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 39m
£73–269
Drive 384.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Cardiff384.5 mi
7h 16m
£96–138
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 20m
£81–205
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 27m
£43–129
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 43m
£70–200
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
8h 32m
£103–559
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
14h 10m
£34–95

Dunfermline to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 375.3 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 18m.

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