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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Thurso is to train which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Thurso. However, there are services departing from St Brycedale Road and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Park & Ride, Park and Ride and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Thurso via Perth and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Thurso?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Thurso is 285 miles. The road distance is 247.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Thurso without a car is to bus via Perth which takes 8h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Kirkcaldy to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Thurso bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Thurso?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Thurso is to bus via Perth which takes 8h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Thurso bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Thurso is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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

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

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Bus via Perth
best
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Park and Ride
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
8h 26m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Perth
2. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
8h 47m
£32–83
Drive 246.2 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Thurso246.2 mi
4h 52m
£61–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
9h 15m
£45–75

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kirkcaldy to Thurso.

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Distance: 283.5 mi
Duration: 8h 26m

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

You can take a bus from St Brycedale Road to Bank of Scotland via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, Park and Ride, and Union Street in around 8h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Thurso via Perth and Inverness in around 8h 47m.

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