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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at College of Nursing via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Preston and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy is 234 miles. The road distance is 210.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Blackpool to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from North Station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train from?

Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Blackpool to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Blackpool to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Underpass station.

Where does the Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Kirkcaldy is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
4h 46m
£51–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Station to Underpassbus 42
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to College of Nursingbus X27
8h 35m
£33–48
Drive 209.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Kirkcaldycar 209.7 mi
3h 51m
£52–75
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
6h 18m
£91–232
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 32m
£86–198

Blackpool to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 232.7 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Kirkcaldy via Preston and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to College of Nursing via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 35m.

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