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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £85 - £130 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy is to train and fly which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Kirkcaldy. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Cheltenham and Kirkcaldy is 413 miles. The road distance is 357.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £210 - £310.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Kirkcaldy takes 6h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy train from?

Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy is 358 miles. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy - 11 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 11 ways to get from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Kirkcaldytrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
6h 35m
£210–310
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
5h 45m
£67–198
Drive 355.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Kirkcaldycar 355.6 mi
6h 1m
£88–127
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Kirkcaldytrain
4h 3m
£72–156
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 42m
£137–233
Train via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
6h 54m
£213–304
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 30m
£70–175
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
5h 34m
£142–400
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
5h 18m
£68–179
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
6h 13m
£118–285
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain
6h 26m
£93–238

Cheltenham to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 410.7 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Kirkcaldy twice daily. Tickets cost £210–310 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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