What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay?

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

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from St Brycedale Road and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Park & Ride and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Whitley Bay is 159 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2015+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 301 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay 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 57m
£44–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11
5h 37m
£18–29
Bus, train, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Whitley Road-Percy Roadbus 301
5h 25m
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Baycar 138.8 mi
2h 50m
£34–49

Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay by train and subway

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Kirkcaldy, Scotland and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Whitley Bay via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Park & Ride to John Dobson Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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