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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Kirkcaldy is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Scott Street and arriving at St Brycedale Road via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perth and arriving at Kirkcaldy. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Perth to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Perth and Kirkcaldy is 31 miles. The road distance is 27.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £13 - £25.

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

The train from Perth to Kirkcaldy takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Perth to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Perth to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Scott Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Perth to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 40 min and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Perth to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Perth to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride Arrival Bay station.

Where does the Perth to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Kirkcaldy is 27 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Perth to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3230+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain Perth - Edinburgh
40 min
£13–25
Drive 27.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Perth to Kirkcaldycar 27.1 mi
38 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scott Street to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus X56
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to St Brycedale Roadbus X61
1h 36m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Perth to Kirkcaldytaxi 27.1 mi
38 min
£55–70

Perth to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Perth to Kirkcaldy hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scott Street to St Brycedale Road via Park & Ride Arrival Bay and Park & Ride in around 1h 36m.

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