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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 13h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Railway Station Stance A and arriving at Kingsway GD via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Cardiff is 386 miles. The road distance is 395.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 50m and costs £70 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Cardiff bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Railway Station Stance A.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 50m and costs £70 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 13h 19m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Cardiff bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Cardiff is 396 miles. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Kirkcaldy 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 29m
£54–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station Stance A to North Approach RoadX27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
13h 19m
£35–52
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 50m
£73–321
Drive 393.3 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff393.3 mi
7h 28m
£99–142
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy 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 39m
£85–216
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 50m
£52–193
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 50m
£75–211
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
8h 43m
£100–624
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
14h 25m
£36–96

Kirkcaldy to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 384.1 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station Stance A to Kingsway GD via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 19m.

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