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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £17 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Lochgelly?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Hospital and arriving at Reid Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Lochgelly?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Lochgelly via Inverkeithing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Lochgelly is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly without a car is to line 33 bus which takes 29 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The line 33 bus from Victoria Hospital to Reid Street takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Victoria Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly is to line 33 bus which takes 29 min and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £19 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Reid Street station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverkeithing station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly is 7 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly.

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

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Where can I stay near Lochgelly?

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Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly - 4 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 33 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Hospital to Reid Streetbus 33A / ...
29 min
£3–5
Drive 7.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Lochgellycar 7.1 mi
11 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Inverkeithingtrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Lochgellytrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
1h 25m
£8–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkcaldy to Lochgellytaxi 7.1 mi
11 min
£17–22

Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly by train

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Victoria Hospital to Reid Street hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Lochgelly via Inverkeithing in around 1h 25m.

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