What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at St Brycedale Road via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Kirkcaldy. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy is 103 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

The train from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy train from?

Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Kirkcaldy station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy?

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 32 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldytrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 54m
£26–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ridebus Uk092 / ...
3h 23m
£16–27
Drive 94.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldycar 94.4 mi
1h 43m
£24–34
Train via Dundee
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundeetrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Kirkcaldytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2h 28m
£26–75
Bus, line 32 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Baybus 40
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Katherine Streetbus 32A / ...
4h 11m
£22–40

Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 102.7 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ride every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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