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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Victoria Hospital via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Glasgow Central and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Ardrossan and Kirkcaldy is 100 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Hill Street station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy train from?

Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ardrossan Town station.

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 11 bus and bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain
3h 26m
£42–85
Drive 81 mi
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1. Drive from Ardrossan to Kirkcaldycar 81 mi
1h 46m
£20–29
Line 11 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Victoria Hospitalbus X27
4h 34m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus Uk090
4h 47m
£28–49

Ardrossan to Kirkcaldy by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Kirkcaldy via Glasgow Central and Haymarket in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Victoria Hospital via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 4h 34m.

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