The average train between Wales and Fife takes 8h 57m and the fastest train takes 7h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales to Fife. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Wales and Fife. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Fife at 11:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales to Fife? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Wales to Fife. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Fife station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.
Wales to Fife train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Fife train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cupar station.
Book your Wales to Fife train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Fife is 451.8 km. The road distance is 676 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cupar via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 58m.