What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton is to train which costs £2 - £4 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton?

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs £12 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy (Station) and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from College of Nursing and arriving at The Clock Tower. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy (Station) and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton?

The distance between Kirkcaldy (Station) and Thornton is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton?

The train from Kirkcaldy to Glenrothes with Thornton takes 9 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton bus from?

Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from College of Nursing station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton train from?

Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kirkcaldy station.

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton is to train which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can line 39 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at The Clock Tower station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton train arrive?

Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glenrothes with Thornton station.

How do I get a train ticket from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton?

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Where can I stay near Thornton?

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Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 39 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton
9 min
£2–4
Line 39 bus
1. Take the bus from College of Nursing to The Clock Towerbus 39B / ...
20 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thorntontaxi 4.6 mi
8 min
£12–15
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thorntonwalk 4.9 mi
1h 34m

Kirkcaldy (Station) to Thornton by train

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Distance: 4.8 mi
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Kirkcaldy (Station), Scotland and Thornton, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Kirkcaldy to Glenrothes with Thornton 5 times a week. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from College of Nursing to The Clock Tower every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 20 min.

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