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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
Showing times and prices for 21 Jun
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
132
Distance
73 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
Of the 132 buses that leave Kirkcaldy for Glasgow every day 111 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 7 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.
FlixBus20:501h12Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)22:02Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes- FlixBus10:301h15Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)11:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:581h14Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)9:12Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:501h25Edinburgh, St Andrew's House10:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:531h19Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)9:12Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:381h03Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)0:41Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:081h03Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)0:11Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:451h06Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)23:51Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:591h07Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)21:06Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:181h07Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)8:25Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 73 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kirkcaldy to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kirkcaldy to Glasgow coaches for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:18 Kirkcaldy | 1h23 | 19:41 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Kirkcaldy | 1h17 | 21:02 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:45 Kirkcaldy | 1h17 | 22:02 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 June | |||||
| FlixBus | 5:55 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h15 | 7:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:58 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 7:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:03 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 7:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h15 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:28 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:33 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h20 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h15 | 8:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:13 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h12 | 8:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:18 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h07 | 8:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 3h50 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 2h30 | 9:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h22 | 9:12 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h19 | 9:12 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h20 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:58 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h14 | 9:12 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1h20 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 2h35 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 13:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h45 | 11:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 10:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 1h15 | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 1h25 | 11:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 1h21 | 11:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Kirkcaldy to Glasgow coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Megabus or Stagecoach East Scotland offer coaches services from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Stagecoach East Scotland to find the best option for your trip from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Stagecoach East Scotland to find the best option for your trip from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow run on average 125 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 96 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.
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 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 125 |
Direct buses 96 |
Fastest bus 1h 11m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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, Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland from Kirkcaldy to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Kirkcaldy to Glasgow with FlixBus, Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland for as low as £5. 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 Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
127 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£6
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Stagecoach East Scotland
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£14
Stagecoach East Scotland frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Kirkcaldy to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Kirkcaldy to Glasgow is £5; 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 Kirkcaldy to Glasgow is 1h 11m to travel the 73 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 Kirkcaldy to Glasgow leaves at 5:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow leaves at 23:25.
Yes, there are 96 direct coaches a day from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow, you can count on FlixBus, Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Kirkcaldy and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Kirkcaldy , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House, Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride, Ingliston, Park & Ride . When arriving in Glasgow , you can end your route in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Glasgow from Kirkcaldy is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kirkcaldy and Glasgow including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow for coach company FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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 Kirkcaldy to Glasgow.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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 Kirkcaldy to Glasgow:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kirkcaldy and Glasgow
Kirkcaldy
Glasgow
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:59
Car connection
Killermont StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
10 kmAccessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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