What is the cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle?

The cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle?

The fastest way to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Glenrothes and South Gyle?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenrothes station to South Gyle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Drummond House via Park & Ride and Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Glenrothes and South Gyle?

No, there is no direct train from Glenrothes to South Gyle. However, there are services departing from Glenrothes with Thornton and arriving at South Gyle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Glenrothes to South Gyle?

The distance between Glenrothes and South Gyle is 36 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

How do I travel from Glenrothes to South Gyle without a car?

The best way to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle without a car is to bus and line 747 bus which takes 1h 36m and costs £11 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to South Gyle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to South Gyle train from?

Glenrothes to South Gyle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Train or bus from Glenrothes to South Gyle?

The best way to get from Glenrothes to South Gyle is to bus and line 747 bus which takes 1h 36m and costs £11 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Glenrothes to South Gyle bus arrive?

Glenrothes to South Gyle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Glenrothes to South Gyle train arrive?

Glenrothes to South Gyle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at South Gyle station.

Can I drive from Glenrothes to South Gyle?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenrothes to South Gyle is 29 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Glenrothes to South Gyle.

Where can I stay near South Gyle?

There are 3030+ hotels available in South Gyle.

Glenrothes to South Gyle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 747 bus

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

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Bus, line 747 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ridebus X59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Terminalbus 747 / ...
1h 36m
£11–16
Drive 29.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glenrothes to South Gylecar 29.2 mi
36 min
£8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to South Gyletrain Glenrothes with Thornton - Edinburgh / ...
1h 40m
£13–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glenrothes to South Gyletaxi 29.2 mi
36 min
£60–75

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Distance: 35.4 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Glenrothes, Scotland and South Gyle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Drummond House via Park & Ride and Terminal in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glenrothes with Thornton to South Gyle hourly. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 51 min.

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