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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead is to bus which costs £11 - £21 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at John Dobson Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Gateshead is 149 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £65.

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

The train from Kirkcaldy to Newcastle takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Gateshead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £21 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Gateshead is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Kirkcaldy to Gateshead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to NewcastleAberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 7m
£30–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkx010 / ...
4h 15m
£11–21
Drive 134.1 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Gateshead134.1 mi
2h 46m
£34–49
Train via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 17m
£11–154

Kirkcaldy to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Kirkcaldy to Newcastle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to John Dobson Street via Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 15m.

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