What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath is to fly and train which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Millennium Point and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Stafford and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Birmingham and Cowdenbeath is 279 miles. The road distance is 306.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 58m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Birmingham to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Millennium Point station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cowdenbeath train from?

Birmingham to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 58m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Birmingham to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Birmingham to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Birmingham to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Cowdenbeath is 306 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath?

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Birmingham to Cowdenbeath - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 21m
£46–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
8h 27m
£43–67
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 58m
£106–186
Drive 304.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Cowdenbeathcar 304.6 mi
5h 10m
£76–109
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
4h 43m
£44–134
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 18m
£88–192
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
5h 27m
£124–365
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 10m
£125–235

Birmingham to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 277.3 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Cowdenbeath via Stafford and Haymarket in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Millennium Point to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 8h 27m.

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