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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy
Cheapest price
388S$
Average price
490S$
Fastest journey
6 h 54 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy will cost around 490S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 388S$.
To travel from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:10 PM9h04Cardiff5:14 AMKirkcaldy388 S$1One-way2 changes- 5:49 AM7h31Cardiff1:20 PMKirkcaldy469 S$1One-way2 changes
- 9:53 AM7h30Cardiff5:23 PMKirkcaldy469 S$1One-way2 changes
- 4:16 PM7h02Cardiff11:18 PMKirkcaldy469 S$1One-way2 changes
- 11:53 AM6h54Cardiff6:47 PMKirkcaldy486 S$1One-way2 changes
- 11:53 AM6h54Cardiff6:47 PMKirkcaldy486 S$1One-way2 changes
- 4:16 PM7h02Cardiff11:18 PMKirkcaldy469 S$1One-way2 changes
- 7:53 AM7h14Cardiff3:07 PMKirkcaldy546 S$1One-way2 changes
- 1:53 PM7h15Cardiff9:08 PMKirkcaldy546 S$1One-way2 changes
- 9:53 AM7h30Cardiff5:23 PMKirkcaldy469 S$1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Kirkcaldy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 140S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 140S$, and a train costs an average of 280S$.
Distance: 515 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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478S$ Average Price | 144S$ Average Price Cheapest |
6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 21m Average total duration 15h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Kirkcaldy train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Kirkcaldy trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:16 PM Cardiff | 7h02 | 11:18 PM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 8:10 PM Cardiff | 9h53 | 6:03 AM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 10:21 PM Cardiff | 12h45 | 11:06 AM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
| 5:49 AM Cardiff | 7h31 | 1:20 PM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 7:53 AM Cardiff | 7h14 | 3:07 PM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 9:53 AM Cardiff | 7h30 | 5:23 PM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 11:53 AM Cardiff | 6h54 | 6:47 PM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 1:53 PM Cardiff | 7h15 | 9:08 PM Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 280S$ but you can travel from only 140S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 16:16. The fastest train covers the 515 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 515 km |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price 280S$ |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 4:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Kirkcaldy from 140S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Kirkcaldy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Kirkcaldy by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kirkcaldy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Kirkcaldy
Most Cardiff to Kirkcaldy trains use the Cardiff Central to Kirkcaldy station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Kirkcaldy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Bay from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Bay is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Cardiff Bay train station facilities and services
Cardiff Bay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Bay.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Bay: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Bay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Bay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Kirkcaldy from Kirkcaldy city centre
Kirkcaldy train station facilities and services
Kirkcaldy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkcaldy.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kirkcaldy.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkcaldy. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkcaldy: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkcaldy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkcaldy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 15, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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