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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Victoria Hospital via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Hamilton and Kirkcaldy is 59 miles. The road distance is 50.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Kirkcaldy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Kirkcaldy train from?

Hamilton to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Hamilton to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Hamilton to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Hamilton to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Hamilton to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Kirkcaldy is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamilton to Kirkcaldy?

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Hamilton to Kirkcaldy - 5 ways to travel via train, line 211 bus, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
1h 38m
£22–44
Drive 49.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Kirkcaldycar 49.9 mi
1h 7m
£13–18
Line 211 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Covanburn Avenue to Maxim Business Parkbus 211
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Haymarket Stationbus 900
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain
2h 46m
£18–35
Train via Leechlee Road
1. Take the train from Bellshill to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 50m
£25–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Victoria Hospitalbus X27
3h 3m
£14–21

Hamilton to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 59 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Kirkcaldy via Haymarket in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Victoria Hospital via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 3h 3m.

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