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

The cheapest way to get from Oban to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oban to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Oban and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Oban to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Corran Halls and arriving at St Brycedale Road via Terminal and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Oban and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Oban to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Oban to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Oban and Kirkcaldy is 145 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oban to Kirkcaldy without a car is to bus via Park & Ride which takes 4h 34m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Oban to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oban to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Oban to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Corran Halls station.

Where do I catch the Oban to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Oban to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Oban to Kirkcaldy is to bus via Park & Ride which takes 4h 34m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Oban to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Oban to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Edinburgh Airport station.

Where does the Oban to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Oban to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Oban to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Oban to Kirkcaldy is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Oban to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3244+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Oban to Kirkcaldy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Park & Ride
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1. Take the bus from Corran Halls to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
4h 34m
£29–53
Train
1. Take the train from Oban to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 50m
£58–136
Drive 115.3 mi
1. Drive from Oban to Kirkcaldycar 115.3 mi
2h 36m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 978
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
5h 40m
£30–54

Oban to Kirkcaldy by bus

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Corran Halls to Edinburgh Airport 4 times a day. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oban to Kirkcaldy via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket in around 4h 50m.

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