Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£10

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

2 h 35 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

2 h 39 m

Buses on 23 Sept

50

Distance

132 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

On Wed 23 Sept, we found 50 buses from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy, including 20 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:302h45
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    16:15Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:302h45
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    14:15Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:302h45
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    20:15Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:305h15
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    22:45Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    16:003h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    19:25Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £91One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 132 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£35

Average Price

£26

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 33m

Average total duration

3h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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Scotrail

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is a coach with an average price of £15.

This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy:

A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is by train with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Kirkcaldy take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 3h 3m versus 2h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy bus times

The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus20:30 Aberdeen
2h40
23:10 Kirkcaldy0 changesdirect
FlixBus21:30 Aberdeen
2h40
0:10 Kirkcaldy0 changesdirect
Wednesday 23 September
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h34
10:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House1 change
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
9:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h40
8:40 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h45
10:45 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h30
11:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h45
10:45 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h15
14:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h40
11:40 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
11:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h25
12:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h50
13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
12:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h00
15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h15
14:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
7h15
16:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h40
11:40 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:55 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h40
18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h45
14:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h45
16:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h30
17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h55
17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h45
16:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h40
18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h40
19:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h25
18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h25
19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h25
19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h40
18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h40
19:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h30
21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h45
20:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h40
19:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h15
22:45 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus17:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h50
23:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus17:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h45
20:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street
2h35
22:45 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h45
0:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h00
0:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride1 change
FlixBusFlixBus20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h10
23:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy

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Buses from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 132 km distance in 2h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
132 km
Average bus duration
3h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
43
Direct buses
17
Fastest bus
2h 30m
First bus
1:10
Last bus
23:25
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from Aberdeen to KirkcaldyYou can travel by bus between Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
48 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Complete guide to Kirkcaldy

Things to do in Kirkcaldy

Discover the best of Kirkcaldy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kirkcaldy trip today.

  • Must visit

Kirkcaldy Galleries

Local museum and gallery with changing exhibitions on Kirkcaldy’s history, art and industry beside the town’s war memorial gardens.

  • Recommended

Adam Smith's House

Former home of Adam Smith with displays on the economist’s life, ideas and Kirkcaldy connections in an 18th-century house.

  • Recommended

Dysart Harbourmaster's House

Museum telling the story of the historic port of Dysart, with exhibits on fishing, trade and everyday life in the old harbour town.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in Edinburgh, while local buses and rail links keep day-to-day travel manageable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, rounding up or leaving small change is enough.

FAQs: Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kirkcaldy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is 2h 30m to travel the 132 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy leaves at 1:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy leaves at 23:25.
Yes, there are 17 direct coaches a day from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Kirkcaldy. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Aberdeen , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Aberdeen, Guild Street . When arriving in Kirkcaldy , you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride, Edinburgh, St Andrew's House.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Aberdeen, Guild Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy

Most Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy buses use the Aberdeen, Guild Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Aberdeen
Arrival bus stations in Kirkcaldy

Which Aberdeen station do buses to Kirkcaldy leave from?

Buses from Aberdeen to Kirkcaldy leave from Aberdeen, Guild Street. The station is from Aberdeen city centre at Bus Station, Guild St, Aberdeen AB11 6NA, UK.
Aberdeen, Guild StreetBus Station, Guild St, Aberdeen AB11 6NA, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Aberdeen, Guild Street from Aberdeen city centre

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Aberdeen, Guild Street bus station facilities and services

Aberdeen, Guild Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafe and small eateries on site.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street. ATMs are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.

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