What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lochgelly?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lochgelly is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Lochgelly?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Lochgelly is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Lochgelly?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Lochgelly. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Lochgelly Centre via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Fife Leisure Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Lochgelly?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Lochgelly. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Lochgelly via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Manchester to Lochgelly?

The distance between Manchester and Lochgelly is 244 miles. The road distance is 234.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Lochgelly without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lochgelly without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Lochgelly?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Manchester to Lochgelly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lochgelly bus from?

Manchester to Lochgelly bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lochgelly train from?

Manchester to Lochgelly train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Lochgelly?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lochgelly is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 23m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Manchester to Lochgelly bus arrive?

Manchester to Lochgelly bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Lochgelly train arrive?

Manchester to Lochgelly train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Lochgelly?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Lochgelly is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Manchester to Lochgelly.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Lochgelly?

Book your Manchester to Lochgelly train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Lochgelly?

Book your Manchester to Lochgelly bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lochgelly?

There are 2869+ hotels available in Lochgelly.

Manchester to Lochgelly - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromManchester to Lochgelly

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Lochgelly by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh
4h 32m
£90–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
6h 23m
£36–60
Drive 233 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Lochgellycar 233 mi
4h 4m
£57–82
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
5h 48m
£62–163
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 45m
£87–162
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 24m
£79–179
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
6h 34m
£81–222
Fly Manchester Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldytrain
7h 9m
£110–314

Manchester to Lochgelly by train

52Weekly Trains

4h 32mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Lochgelly.

Launch map view

Distance: 242.4 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Lochgelly, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Lochgelly Centre via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Fife Leisure Park in around 6h 23m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.