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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Hospital and arriving at Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Preston. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Preston via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Preston is 217 miles. The road distance is 206.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Preston is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Preston bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Preston is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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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 Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 57m
£46–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Hospital to North Approach Roadbus X27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus
7h 3m
£33–69
Drive 205.2 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Prestoncar 205.2 mi
3h 36m
£51–73
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 47m
£75–188
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 4m
£81–219
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Prestontrain
6h 3m
£71–178

Kirkcaldy to Preston by train

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Preston via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Hospital to Bus Station via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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