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 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy is to fly which takes 4h 20m 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 three 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 57m 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.

Train or fly from Exeter to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Exeter to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £210 - £700. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £100 - £250 and takes 4h 20m.

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 2658+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Exeter to Kirkcaldy - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 8 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 57m
£67–161
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
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
6h 6m
£60–194
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to KirkcaldyPlymouth - Aberdeen / ...
8h 20m
£210–700
Drive 464.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Kirkcaldy464.3 mi
7h 41m
£115–165
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
4h 20m
£103–245
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy
5h 52m
£102–383
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
7h 6m
£133–266
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
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 49m
£66–304

Exeter to Kirkcaldy by train

3Weekly Trains

8h 20mAverage Duration

£210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Kirkcaldy 3 times a week. Tickets cost £210–700 and the journey takes 8h 20m. Alternatively, Loganair flies from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 5 times a week.

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