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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Kirkcaldy is to bus and train which costs £24 - £45 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at St Brycedale Road via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Inverness to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Inverness and Kirkcaldy is 148 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Inverness to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Inverness to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Inverness to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Inverness to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Inverness to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Inverness to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Inverness to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Kirkcaldy is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Inverness to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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Inverness to Kirkcaldy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain Perth - Edinburgh
3h 50m
£51–114
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain Perth - Edinburgh
3h 52m
£25–43
Drive 140.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Kirkcaldycar 140.3 mi
2h 42m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ridebus M90
4h 9m
£25–56

Inverness to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 147.1 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Kirkcaldy via Perth in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ride hourly. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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