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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Perth is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Perth is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Perth. However, there are services departing from St Brycedale Road and arriving at Canal Street via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Perth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Perth?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Perth is 31 miles. The road distance is 27.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Perth without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

The train from Kirkcaldy to Perth takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Perth bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Perth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Brycedale Road station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Perth?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Perth is to train which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £15 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Perth bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Perth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride Arrival Bay station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Perth train arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Perth is 27 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Kirkcaldy to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 517+ hotels available in Perth.

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

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

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 Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth
45 min
£8–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Brycedale Road to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus X61
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Canal Streetbus X56
1h 33m
£7–15
Drive 27.2 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Perthcar 27.2 mi
37 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkcaldy to Perthtaxi 27.2 mi
37 min
£55–70

Kirkcaldy to Perth by train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kirkcaldy to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Brycedale Road to Canal Street via Park & Ride Arrival Bay and Park & Ride in around 1h 33m.

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