Cardiff Central to Inverkeithing by train
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:22 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Inverkeithing | |
| Journey time | From 6h 19m | |
| Distance | 315 miles (507 km) | |
| Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Cardiff Central to Inverkeithing in 6 hours 19 minutes
If you want to travel from Cardiff Central to Inverkeithing by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cardiff Central to Inverkeithing by train to take around 9 hours 2 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 6 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 25 trains per day running on this route, which spans 315 miles (507 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Inverkeithing. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Cardiff Central to Inverkeithing are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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