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

The cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glenrothes and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at The Fountain. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Glenrothes and Cowdenbeath is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath without a car is to bus which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The bus from Bus Station to The Fountain takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at The Fountain station.

Can I drive from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath is 12 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath.

Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

There are 2917+ hotels available in Cowdenbeath.

Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Fountainbus X59a
18 min
£4–6
Drive 12.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeathcar 12.4 mi
16 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glenrothes to Cowdenbeathtaxi 12.4 mi
16 min
£28–35

Glenrothes to Cowdenbeath by bus

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to The Fountain every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 18 min. Bay Travel also services this route hourly.

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