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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Victoria Hospital. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Inverkeithing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Dunfermline and Kirkcaldy is 16 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £3 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 42 min and costs £3 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 33 bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy - 4 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, and taxi

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

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1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Inverkeithingtrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
42 min
£3–10
Line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Hospitalbus 33 / ...
1h 16m
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldytaxi 13.4 mi
20 min
£60–75
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Kirkcaldycar 13.4 mi
20 min
£4–5

Dunfermline to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Kirkcaldy via Inverkeithing in around 42 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Hospital every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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