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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy is to bus which costs £10 - £27 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Kirkcaldy?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy station. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Kirkcaldy. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy?

The distance between Gateshead and Kirkcaldy is 149 miles. The road distance is 135.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £65.

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

The train from Newcastle to Kirkcaldy takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Kirkcaldy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Kirkcaldy train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £27 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Gateshead to Kirkcaldy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gateshead to Kirkcaldy train arrive?

Gateshead to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Kirkcaldy station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Kirkcaldy is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkcaldy?

There are 2668+ hotels available in Kirkcaldy.

Gateshead to Kirkcaldy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to KirkcaldyLondon Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2h 9m
£29–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus StationX58
4h 42m
£11–27
Drive 134.6 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Kirkcaldy134.6 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Train via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to KirkcaldyEdinburgh - Perth / ...
2h 25m
£13–152
Train via Edinburgh Waverley #2
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to KirkcaldyEdinburgh - Perth / ...
2h 27m
£14–101

Gateshead to Kirkcaldy by train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Kirkcaldy 4 times a day. Tickets cost £29–65 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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