What is the cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth is to bus via North Approach Road which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Rosyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Rosyth. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Lowry Place via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Rosyth?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Rosyth. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Rosyth via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Rosyth is 66 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kilmarnock to Rosyth without a car?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth without a car is to bus via North Approach Road which takes 2h 29m and costs £12 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Rosyth bus from?

Kilmarnock to Rosyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Rosyth train from?

Kilmarnock to Rosyth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth is to bus via North Approach Road which takes 2h 29m and costs £12 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Rosyth bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Rosyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Rosyth train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Rosyth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Rosyth is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Kilmarnock to Rosyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Kilmarnock to Rosyth?

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Where can I stay near Rosyth?

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Kilmarnock to Rosyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Rosyth by bus, train, or car

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Bus via North Approach Road
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2h 29m
£12–20
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2h 54m
£23–35
Drive 62.3 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Rosythcar 62.3 mi
1h 11m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus megabus AIR
2h 57m
£12–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to St John's & St Columba's Churchbus E1
3h 25m

Kilmarnock to Rosyth by bus

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Distance: 66 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Kilmarnock, Scotland and Rosyth, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Lowry Place via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Bus Station in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Rosyth via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 54m.

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