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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seagate Bus Station station and arriving at Victoria Hospital. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Kirkcaldy. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Dundee to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Dundee and Kirkcaldy is 33 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £22.

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

The train from Dundee to Kirkcaldy takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Dundee to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Dundee to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Dundee to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Dundee to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Victoria Hospital station.

Where does the Dundee to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Kirkcaldy is 31 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Dundee to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3031+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Dundee to Kirkcaldy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dundee to Kirkcaldy by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Dundee to Kirkcaldytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
45 min
£7–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Victoria Hospitalbus 41 / ...
1h 45m
£8–11
Drive 30.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Kirkcaldycar 30.6 mi
38 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dundee to Kirkcaldytaxi 30.6 mi
38 min
£130–170

Dundee to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 32.8 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Kirkcaldy hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 45 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Seagate Bus Station to Victoria Hospital every 2 hours. Tickets cost £8–11 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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