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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels is to bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Galashiels?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Galashiels Transport Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Galashiels?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Galashiels is 58 miles. The road distance is 60.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £17 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Galashiels bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Galashiels bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Galashiels train from?

Kirkcaldy to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kirkcaldy station.

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £17 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Galashiels bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Galashiels bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Galashiels train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Galashiels is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels.

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

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Where can I stay near Galashiels?

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Kirkcaldy to Galashiels - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GalashielsEdinburgh - Tweedbank
2h 2m
£18–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX58
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX62 / ...
3h 52m
£9–13
Drive 60.3 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels60.3 mi
1h 21m
£15–22

Kirkcaldy to Galashiels by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Kirkcaldy, Scotland and Galashiels, Scotland?

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchange via Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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