What is the cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy?

The cheapest way to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy?

The fastest way to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Whitley Bay and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from Whitley Road - Park Avenue and arriving at Bus Station via John Dobson Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Whitley Bay and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct train from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Whitley Bay and arriving at Kirkcaldy via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Whitley Bay and Kirkcaldy is 159 miles. The road distance is 139.7 miles.

How do I travel from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy without a car?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy bus from?

Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy.

Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 3002+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitley Bay 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 / ...
3h 3m
£37–102
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 29m
£19–28
Drive 138.9 mi
1. Drive from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldycar 138.9 mi
2h 51m
£35–50
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
5h 47m
£26–43

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Whitley Bay, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a subway from Whitley Bay to Kirkcaldy via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Whitley Road - Park Avenue to Bus Station via Haymarket St Mary's Place, John Dobson Street, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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