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

The cheapest way to get from Tain to Kirkcaldy is to bus and train which costs £29 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tain to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Tain and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Tain to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at St Brycedale Road via County Carpets, Bus Station Stance 3 and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Tain and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Tain to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Tain and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Inverness and Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Tain to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Tain and Kirkcaldy is 192 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tain to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Tain to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tain to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Tain to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Tain to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Tain to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Tain to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Tain to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Tain to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Tain to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tain to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Tain to Kirkcaldy is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Tain to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain
5h 57m
£56–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ridebus M90
6h 8m
£28–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain Perth - Edinburgh
5h 58m
£29–44
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Tain to Kirkcaldycar 171.8 mi
3h 17m
£43–62

Tain to Kirkcaldy by train

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Distance: 190.6 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Tain to Kirkcaldy via Inverness and Perth in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ride hourly. Tickets cost £26–55 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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