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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy is to Bus which costs £14 - £20 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Haymarket Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Cairnryan and Kirkcaldy is 151 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy without a car is to Bus and train which takes 4h 14m and costs £18 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy.

Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3036+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
4h 14m
£18–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to College of Nursingbus X27 / ...
5h 12m
£14–19
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
5h 37m
£56–91
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Kirkcaldycar 129.8 mi
2h 36m
£32–47
Bus via Haymarket
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus Uk090
4h 22m
£31–60

Cairnryan to Kirkcaldy by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Kirkcaldy via Buchanan Bus Station, Haymarket Station, and Haymarket in around 4h 22m.

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