What is the cheapest way to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

The cheapest way to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

The fastest way to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Markinch and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Woodside Inn and arriving at The Fountain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Markinch and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Markinch and arriving at Cowdenbeath. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Markinch and Cowdenbeath is 12 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

How do I travel from Markinch to Cowdenbeath without a car?

The best way to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath without a car is to bus which takes 16 min and costs £3 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

The bus from Woodside Inn to The Fountain takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Markinch to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Woodside Inn station.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Cowdenbeath train from?

Markinch to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Markinch station.

Train or bus from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath is to bus which takes 16 min and costs £3 - £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £10 and takes 24 min.

Where does the Markinch to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Markinch to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at The Fountain station.

Where does the Markinch to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Markinch to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cowdenbeath station.

Can I drive from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Markinch to Cowdenbeath is 14 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Markinch to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Markinch to Cowdenbeath?

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Markinch to Cowdenbeath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Markinch to Cowdenbeath by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Woodside Inn to The Fountainbus X59a
16 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Markinch to Cowdenbeathtrain Perth - Edinburgh
24 min
£5–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Markinch to Cowdenbeathtaxi 14.4 mi
15 min
£30–40
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Markinch to Cowdenbeathcar 14.4 mi
15 min
£4–6
Line 31 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Streetbus 31 / ...
1h 22m
£5–8

Markinch to Cowdenbeath by bus

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Markinch, Scotland and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Woodside Inn to The Fountain hourly. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Markinch to Cowdenbeath twice daily. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 24 min.

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