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Kirkcaldy Galleries
Local museum and gallery with changing exhibitions on Kirkcaldy’s history, art and industry beside the town’s war memorial gardens.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£5
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£6
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 19 m
Buses on 29 Aug
4
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Kirkcaldy will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 4 buses from Glasgow to Kirkcaldy, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 26 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. 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 £5, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 73 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Kirkcaldy coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 12:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h05 | 14:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h05 | 16:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h45 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h50 | 15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h00 | 18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 13:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h05 | 18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h10 | 16:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h55 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h05 | 19:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h50 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 14:32 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h27 | 15:02 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 15:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h10 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h10 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h31 | 16:06 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h33 | 16:38 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 17:14 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 17:44 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h00 | 19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h39 | 18:14 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h55 | 22:45 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h05 | 19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 3h25 | 20:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h10 | 21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2h20 | 19:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h34 | 18:39 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h30 | 19:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2h30 | 20:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h26 | 19:31 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 19:59 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h24 | 20:29 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 20:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h23 | 20:58 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 21:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h20 | 21:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 22:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h15 | 22:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 22:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 23:23 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 23:53 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h18 | 0:28 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
![]() | 8:35 Glasgow | 1h19 | 9:54 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:35 Glasgow | 1h19 | 10:54 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Kirkcaldy run on average 141 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 108 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 141 |
Direct buses 108 |
Fastest bus 1h 11m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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Discover the best of Kirkcaldy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kirkcaldy trip today.
Local museum and gallery with changing exhibitions on Kirkcaldy’s history, art and industry beside the town’s war memorial gardens.
Former home of Adam Smith with displays on the economist’s life, ideas and Kirkcaldy connections in an 18th-century house.
Museum telling the story of the historic port of Dysart, with exhibits on fishing, trade and everyday life in the old harbour town.
Large town park with gardens, boating pond, woodland walks and family facilities, ideal for a relaxed break near the centre.
Historic harbour area with cobbled lanes, sea views and filming links, popular for strolls and exploring old Dysart.
Clifftop and coastal parkland around the castle, with sea views, paths and open space for walking beside the Firth of Forth.
Smoked haddock from nearby East Coast waters, traditionally cured and smoked. A Fife staple valued for its rich flavour and fishing heritage.
A creamy fish soup usually made with smoked haddock, potatoes and milk or cream. Popular across Fife and closely tied to coastal home cooking.
Scotland’s national dish of sheep offal, oats and suet in a savoury pudding. Common at Burns suppers and traditional menus in Fife.
Established harbour-side restaurant in Dysart known for seafood, hearty Scottish plates and a cosy traditional atmosphere.
Modern bistro on Kirkcaldy’s waterfront serving Scottish and British dishes in a smart, relaxed setting with sea views.
Popular Italian restaurant in Kirkcaldy offering pasta, pizza and grilled dishes in a friendly, casual dining room.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Kirkcaldy buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Kirkcaldy bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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