What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Nile Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to North Shields?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and North Shields is 157 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkcaldy to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to North Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to North Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to North Shields?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to North Shields is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to North Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcaldy to North Shields train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to North Shields is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Kirkcaldy to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2009+ hotels available in North Shields.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 59m
£37–101
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 14m
£19–27
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to North Shieldscar 138.8 mi
2h 49m
£35–50
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 598 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
5h 59m

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Distance: 155.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Kirkcaldy, Scotland and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to North Shields via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Nile Street via Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 5h 14m.

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