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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Victoria Hospital and arriving at Saunterne Road via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Prestwick Town via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Prestwick is 89 miles. The road distance is 84.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick without a car is to bus via Clackmannan which takes 3h 10m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Prestwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick is to bus via Clackmannan which takes 3h 10m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Prestwick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Prestwick train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Prestwick is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick.

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

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

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Bus via Clackmannan
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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 Saunterne Roadbus 4 / ...
3h 10m
£21–32
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain
3h 29m
£43–84
Drive 84.2 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Prestwickcar 84.2 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gardiner Streetbus 4
4h 20m
£25–48

Kirkcaldy to Prestwick by bus

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.5 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Hospital to Saunterne Road via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Prestwick Town via Haymarket and Glasgow Central in around 3h 29m.

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