What is the cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Town Centre stances and arriving at The Fountain via North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Croy and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Cowdenbeath is 35 miles. The road distance is 31.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath without a car?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath without a car is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Town Centre stances station.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath train from?

Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Croy station.

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £28 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath is 31 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath?

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The FountainX27
1h 37m
£6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Croy to HaymarketGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to CowdenbeathEdinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
1h 52m
£21–27
Drive 31.2 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath31.2 mi
39 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath31.2 mi
39 min
£65–80

Cumbernauld to Cowdenbeath by bus

318Weekly Buses

1h 37mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Cumbernauld, Scotland and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Town Centre stances to The Fountain via North Approach Road in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Croy to Cowdenbeath via Haymarket in around 1h 52m.

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