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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 11h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 1m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Cardiff Central via Carlisle and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Cardiff?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Cardiff is 371 miles. The road distance is 368.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 29m and costs £80 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Kilmarnock to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Cardiff bus from?

Kilmarnock to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Cardiff train from?

Kilmarnock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 29m and costs £80 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Cardiff bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Cardiff train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Cardiff is 368 miles. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Kilmarnock to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
7h 29m
£80–244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
11h 31m
£31–90
Drive 366.3 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Cardiff366.3 mi
7h 7m
£90–129
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 1m
£41–125
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 58m
£196–658
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 59m
£44–139
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
5h 59m
£76–196
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 28m
£60–192

Kilmarnock to Cardiff by train

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7h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 368.9 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Cardiff Central via Carlisle and Crewe in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 11h 31m.

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