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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 5h and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at St Brycedale Road via Bus Station Stance 3 and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Inverness and Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Thurso to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Thurso and Kirkcaldy is 283 miles. The road distance is 248.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Kirkcaldy without a car is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Thurso to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Thurso to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bank of Scotland station.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Thurso to Kirkcaldy is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £200 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Thurso to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

Thurso to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Thurso to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Kirkcaldy is 248 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Thurso to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

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There are 5 ways to get from Thurso to Kirkcaldy by bus, train, car, ferry, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ridebus M90
8h 7m
£26–63
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain
8h 33m
£99–191
Drive 246.6 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Kirkcaldycar 246.6 mi
5h
£62–89
Ferry, fly
1. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane KOI - EDI
7h 37m
£197–458
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus
3. Take the train from Perth to Kirkcaldytrain
8h 22m
£38–57

Thurso to Kirkcaldy by bus

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Distance: 281.1 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to St Brycedale Road via Bus Station Stance 3 and Park & Ride in around 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to Kirkcaldy via Inverness and Perth in around 8h 33m.

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