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 £55 - £110 and takes 12h 17m.

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 4h 51m and costs £55 - £160.

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, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.

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 35m.

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 which takes 7h 35m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m 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 which takes 7h 35m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 12h 17m.

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 12m 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

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

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Train
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 35m
£121–252
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
12h 17m
£57–101
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
12h 6m
£123–245
Drive 366.3 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Cardiffcar 366.3 mi
7h 12m
£89–128
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
4h 51m
£58–157
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
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 37m
£67–173
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 21m
£96–196
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£148–449

Kilmarnock to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 368.9 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 12h 17m.

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