What is the cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes?

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes?

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Glenrothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes station. However, there are services departing from Town Centre stances and arriving at Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay via North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Glenrothes?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes. However, there are services departing from Croy and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Glenrothes is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes without a car?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes without a car is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £11 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Glenrothes bus from?

Cumbernauld to Glenrothes bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Town Centre stances station.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Glenrothes train from?

Cumbernauld to Glenrothes train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Croy station.

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £11 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Glenrothes bus arrive?

Cumbernauld to Glenrothes bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Glenrothes train arrive?

Cumbernauld to Glenrothes train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Glenrothes is 42 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes.

Where can I stay near Glenrothes?

There are 775+ hotels available in Glenrothes.

Cumbernauld to Glenrothes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cumbernauld to Glenrothes by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Baybus X24
1h 52m
£12–16
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Glenrothescar 42 mi
52 min
£11–15
Train
1. Take the train from Croy to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 27m
£30–56
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbernauld to Glenrothestaxi 42 mi
52 min
£85–110

Cumbernauld to Glenrothes by bus

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Cumbernauld, Scotland and Glenrothes, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Town Centre stances to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay via North Approach Road in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Croy to Auchmuty High School via Haymarket, Glenrothes with Thornton, and Railway Station in around 2h 27m.

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