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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Shotts is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Shotts is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at King Street via Shandwick Place and Harthill Services. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Shotts via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Shotts?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Shotts is 49 miles. The road distance is 39.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £13 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Kirkcaldy to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Shotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Shotts?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £13 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 900 bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Shotts bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Shotts bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Shotts is 39 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Kirkcaldy to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Kirkcaldy to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 900 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to HaymarketDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to ShottsEdinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 44m
£14–74
Drive 38.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Shotts38.9 mi
55 min
£10–15
Bus, line 900 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensferry StreetX58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Harthill Services900
3h 10m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkcaldy to Shotts38.9 mi
55 min
£80–100

Kirkcaldy to Shotts by train

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1h 44mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.2 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Shotts via Haymarket in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to King Street via Queensferry Street, Shandwick Place, and Harthill Services in around 3h 10m.

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