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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kirkcaldy for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 56 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 18 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh
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Buses from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:43, the last at 23:17. The fastest coach covers the 18 km distance in 55m.
Distance 18 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 00:43 |
Last bus 23:17 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach East Scotland from Kirkcaldy to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh with Stagecoach East Scotland for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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