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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy is to fly and train which takes 2h 15m and costs £75 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow station to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station and arriving at Kirkcaldy via King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Heathrow and Kirkcaldy is 355 miles. The road distance is 410.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £150 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Heathrow to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Kirkcaldy train from?

Heathrow to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £150 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £200 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Heathrow to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Heathrow to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Heathrow to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Kirkcaldy is 411 miles. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Heathrow to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Heathrow to Kirkcaldy - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Kirkcaldytrain
2h 15m
£79–264
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Kirkcaldytrain
4h 15m
£49–162
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
6h 25m
£155–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
11h 25m
£54–191
Drive 408.6 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Kirkcaldycar 408.6 mi
7h 19m
£100–144
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Kirkcaldytrain
3h 27m
£80–348
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Custom Housetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Kirkcaldytrain
4h 15m
£116–359
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4h 40m
£67–157
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
11h 25m
£54–89

Heathrow to Kirkcaldy by subway and train

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Distance: 353.3 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Kirkcaldy via King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 11h 25m.

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