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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Sunderland and Kirkcaldy is 161 miles. The road distance is 146.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Sunderland to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Sunderland to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Kirkcaldy is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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There are 3 ways to get from Sunderland 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 53m
£47–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
4h 40m
£20–62
Drive 145.2 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Kirkcaldycar 145.2 mi
3h 6m
£36–52

Sunderland to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a train from Sunderland to Kirkcaldy via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 40m.

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