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 £40 - £95 and takes 11h 32m.

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 10m and costs £45 - £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 Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

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 40m.

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 Carlisle which takes 7h 40m and costs £65 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m 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 Carlisle which takes 7h 40m and costs £65 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 11h 32m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Cardiff bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St 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 10m to drive from Kilmarnock to Cardiff.

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Kilmarnock to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 40m
£66–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
11h 32m
£40–93
Drive 366.3 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Cardiffcar 366.3 mi
7h 10m
£90–130
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
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 10m
£49–126
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - Milton Keynes Central / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 12m
£63–240
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 24m
£197–661
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 59m
£43–135
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 37m
£61–192
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 21m
£58–201
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 52m
£103–277

Kilmarnock to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 368.9 mi
Duration: 7h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 32m.

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