The average bus between Stranraer and Kirkcaldy takes 7h 56m and the fastest bus takes 5h 28m. The bus service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Kirkcaldy. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Stranraer and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 5:50 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Buchanan Bus Station and take an average of 7h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Kirkcaldy? 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 bus from Stranraer to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.
Stranraer to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.
Stranraer to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Victoria Hospital station.
Book your Stranraer to Kirkcaldy bus tickets online with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd and Stagecoach East Scotland.
The distance between Stranraer and Kirkcaldy is 178.8 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Victoria Hospital via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 5h.