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It takes an average of 10h 8m to travel from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock by train, over a distance of around 291 miles (468 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock and tickets for this journey start from £53.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:21 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Kilmarnock | |
| Journey time | From 7h 4m | |
| Distance | 291 miles (468 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £53.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock? Look no further.
You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Cardiff Central and Kilmarnock, which usually take 10 hours 8 minutes to complete the 291 miles (468 km) journey. It can take as little as 7 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Kilmarnock by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or ScotRail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock start from £53.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Kilmarnock? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Kilmarnock?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.