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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Sunderland is 161 miles. The road distance is 146.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Sunderland is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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There are 3 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland 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 56m
£44–119
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
4h 50m
£21–64
Drive 145.6 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Sunderlandcar 145.6 mi
3h 6m
£36–52

Kirkcaldy to Sunderland by train and subway

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.3 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Interchange via Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 50m.

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