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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 2h and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Bus Station via Queensferry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Dumfries and Kirkcaldy is 111 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy without a car is to line 381 bus and train which takes 3h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Dumfries to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kirkcaldy train from?

Dumfries to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Dumfries to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Dumfries to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Lothian Road station.

Where does the Dumfries to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Dumfries to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Kirkcaldy is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3025+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Dumfries to Kirkcaldy - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 381 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain
3h 23m
Drive 97.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Kirkcaldycar 97.9 mi
2h
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
3h 49m
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain
3h 25m
£50–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Lothian Roadbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Stationbus X58
4h 3m

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Distance: 110.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Kirkcaldy via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Bus Station via Lothian Road and Queensferry Street in around 4h 3m.

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