What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at Bus Station via John Dobson Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from South Shields to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between South Shields and Kirkcaldy is 160 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Kirkcaldy without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Kirkcaldy bus from?

South Shields to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Kirkcaldy train from?

South Shields to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from South Shields to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the South Shields to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

South Shields to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the South Shields to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

South Shields to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Kirkcaldy is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from South Shields to Kirkcaldy.

Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3246+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 59m
£44–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
5h 11m
£19–30
Drive 143.4 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Kirkcaldycar 143.4 mi
2h 59m
£35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
4h 31m
£31–63

South Shields to Kirkcaldy by subway and train

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Kirkcaldy via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Percy Street to Bus Station via Monument Market Street, John Dobson Street, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 11m.

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