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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at The Fountain via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Central and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Irvine to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Irvine and Cowdenbeath is 95 miles. The road distance is 69.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Irvine to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Irvine to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Cowdenbeath train from?

Irvine to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Irvine to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Irvine to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Irvine to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Irvine to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Cowdenbeath is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Irvine to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Irvine to Cowdenbeath?

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Irvine to Cowdenbeath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Irvine to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 18m
£42–81
Drive 69 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Cowdenbeathcar 69 mi
1h 30m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 47m
£28–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The Fountainbus X27
4h 3m
£22–32

Irvine to Cowdenbeath by train

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94.9 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Central and Haymarket in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Road to The Fountain via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 4h 3m.

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