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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy is to train and fly which costs £65 - £170 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy is to fly and train which takes 4h 10m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Kirkcaldy. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Exeter to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Exeter and Kirkcaldy is 424 miles. The road distance is 467 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £210 - £700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Kirkcaldy train from?

Exeter to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Exeter to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Kirkcaldy is 467 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Exeter to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 2636+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Exeter to Kirkcaldy - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy by train, plane, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 49m
£67–163
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy
6h 43m
£66–309
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to KirkcaldyExeter St Davids - Aberdeen / ...
8h 20m
£210–700
Drive 464.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Kirkcaldy464.3 mi
7h 41m
£116–167
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Kirkcaldy
4h 10m
£108–247
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
5h 59m
£67–188
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
6h 49m
£133–285
Train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
6h 57m
£105–275
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
8h 33m
£144–337

Exeter to Kirkcaldy by train

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8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 421.6 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Kirkcaldy 6 times a week. Tickets cost £210–700 and the journey takes 8h 20m.

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