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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 15h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 6h 27m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station Stance A and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Church Centre and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Aberystwyth via Haymarket, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Aberystwyth is 379 miles. The road distance is 345.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs £60 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Railway Station Stance A.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth train from?

Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs £60 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 15h 25m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth is 345 miles. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth.

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

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

There are 8 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
8h 42m
£61–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station Stance A to North Approach RoadX27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
15h 25m
£43–85
Drive 343.2 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth343.2 mi
6h 27m
£86–124
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
7h 7m
£70–186
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
9h 36m
£66–221
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
8h 30m
£68–244
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
8h 59m
£86–271
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
9h 44m
£135–315

Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 377.1 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Kirkcaldy, Scotland and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Aberystwyth via Haymarket, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 8h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station Stance A to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Church Centre, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 15h 25m.

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