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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Durham is to bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Durham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Durham. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Durham?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Durham is 163 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Durham without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £110.

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

The train from Kirkcaldy to Durham takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Durham?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Durham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Durham bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Durham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Durham is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Durham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Durhamtrain Dundee - Plymouth / ...
2h 34m
£55–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 25m
£18–27
Drive 146.8 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Durhamcar 146.8 mi
3h 5m
£37–53
Train via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 14m
£51–107

Kirkcaldy to Durham by train

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Kirkcaldy to Durham once daily. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 34m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stand H via Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 5h 25m.

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