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The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$0.00

Average price

$11

Fastest journey

1 h 4 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Buses per day

Distance

18 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast buses

Of the 41 buses that leave Edinburgh for Kirkcaldy on Sun, Jun 21, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 18 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 4 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.

9:22 AM1h14
Edinburgh
10:36 AMKirkcaldy
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1 transfer
11:22 AM1h14
Edinburgh
12:36 PMKirkcaldy
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1 transfer
9:06 AM1h05
Edinburgh
10:11 AMKirkcaldy
$61One-way
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10:06 AM1h05
Edinburgh
11:11 AMKirkcaldy
$61One-way
0 transfers
11:06 AM1h05
Edinburgh
12:11 PMKirkcaldy
$61One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $7.

Distance: 11 miles (18 km)

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Bus	Most popular Train	Driving
$12 Average price Cheapest	$13 Average price	$52 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	53m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).

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

A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy costing on average $13 (€11).

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is by train with an average journey time of 37m.

Other travel options to Kirkcaldy take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users.

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 $12 (€10) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 1h 22m versus 53m 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 Stagecoach East Scotland.

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.

Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 12:02AM	Arrival Time 06:05AM	Duration 6h03	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 06:47AM	Arrival Time 08:27AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 07:01AM	Arrival Time 08:06AM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 07:22AM	Arrival Time 08:31AM	Duration 1h09	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 07:42AM	Arrival Time 09:25AM	Duration 1h43	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 08:06AM	Arrival Time 09:11AM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 08:22AM	Arrival Time 10:01AM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Mon, Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 08:47AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 1h38	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 09:06AM	Arrival Time 10:11AM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Mon, Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Park's of Hamilton	Departure Time 09:22AM	Arrival Time 10:36AM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $0.00
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 09:42AM	Arrival Time 11:25AM	Duration 1h43	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 10:06AM	Arrival Time 11:11AM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 10:22AM	Arrival Time 11:36AM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 10:42AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 1h43	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 11:06AM	Arrival Time 12:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Park's of Hamilton	Departure Time 11:22AM	Arrival Time 12:36PM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $0.00
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 11:42AM	Arrival Time 01:25PM	Duration 1h43	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 12:06PM	Arrival Time 01:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 12:22PM	Arrival Time 01:36PM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 12:42PM	Arrival Time 02:25PM	Duration 1h43	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 01:06PM	Arrival Time 02:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 01:22PM	Arrival Time 02:36PM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 02:06PM	Arrival Time 03:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 02:12PM	Arrival Time 03:25PM	Duration 1h13	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 02:22PM	Arrival Time 03:36PM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 03:06PM	Arrival Time 04:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 03:12PM	Arrival Time 04:25PM	Duration 1h13	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 03:22PM	Arrival Time 04:36PM	Duration 1h14	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 03:44PM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 04:06PM	Arrival Time 05:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 04:26PM	Arrival Time 05:36PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 04:46PM	Arrival Time 06:25PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 05:06PM	Arrival Time 06:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 05:26PM	Arrival Time 06:36PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 05:46PM	Arrival Time 07:25PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 06:06PM	Arrival Time 07:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 06:24PM	Arrival Time 07:36PM	Duration 1h12	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 07:06PM	Arrival Time 08:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 07:07PM	Arrival Time 08:25PM	Duration 1h18	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 07:32PM	Arrival Time 08:36PM	Duration 1h04	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 08:06PM	Arrival Time 09:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 08:32PM	Arrival Time 09:36PM	Duration 1h04	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 09:06PM	Arrival Time 10:11PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 09:32PM	Arrival Time 10:51PM	Duration 1h19	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 09:51PM	Arrival Time 10:56PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd	Departure Time 10:32PM	Arrival Time 11:51PM	Duration 1h19	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $16
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 10:51PM	Arrival Time 11:56PM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland	Departure Time 11:51PM	Arrival Time 12:56AM	Duration 1h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $6

Live departures

Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
8:22 AM Edinburgh	1h39	10:01 AM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
9:06 AM Edinburgh	1h05	10:11 AM Kirkcaldy	0 transfersDirect
9:22 AM Edinburgh	1h14	10:36 AM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
9:42 AM Edinburgh	1h43	11:25 AM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
10:06 AM Edinburgh	1h05	11:11 AM Kirkcaldy	0 transfersDirect
10:22 AM Edinburgh	1h14	11:36 AM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
10:42 AM Edinburgh	1h43	12:25 PM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
11:06 AM Edinburgh	1h05	12:11 PM Kirkcaldy	0 transfersDirect
11:22 AM Edinburgh	1h14	12:36 PM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
11:42 AM Edinburgh	1h43	1:25 PM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
12:06 PM Edinburgh	1h05	1:11 PM Kirkcaldy	0 transfersDirect
12:22 PM Edinburgh	1h14	1:36 PM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
12:42 PM Edinburgh	1h43	2:25 PM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer
1:06 PM Edinburgh	1h05	2:11 PM Kirkcaldy	0 transfersDirect
1:22 PM Edinburgh	1h14	2:36 PM Kirkcaldy	1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy

United Kingdom

Buses from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 05:52, the last at 22:22. The fastest bus covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 1h 4m.

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

11 miles (18 km)

Average bus duration

1h 22m

Cheapest ticket price

$6 (€5)

Buses per day

Fastest bus

1h 4m

First bus

5:52 AM

Last bus

10:22 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Mon

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

Bus providers: Stagecoach East Scotland, Park's of Hamilton, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Edinburgh to KirkcaldyYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy with Stagecoach East Scotland, Park's of Hamilton, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Stagecoach East Scotland

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 5m

Cheapest Price

$6 (€5)

Stagecoach East Scotland frequency

9 a day

Park's of Hamilton

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 14m

Park's of Hamilton frequency

2 a day

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 4m

Cheapest Price

$16 (€13)

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd frequency

14 a day

FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kirkcaldy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is $12 (€10) ; 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 bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is 1h 4m to travel the 11 miles (18 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy leaves at 5:52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy leaves at 10:22 PM.

There are 6 buses a day from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy which require at least one change with Stagecoach East Scotland, Park's of Hamilton, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy, you can count on Stagecoach East Scotland, Park's of Hamilton, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for the best way to get you to Kirkcaldy. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A day trip to Kirkcaldy from Edinburgh is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 4m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy including taking a train and bus.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

No, the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy has no accessibility options.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

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 bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

No, luggage for the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.

Since neither Edinburgh nor Kirkcaldy are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users.

The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.

In Kirkcaldy, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas and remain vigilant against common scams such as overcharging by unofficial taxi drivers. It's advisable to use licensed transportation and keep personal belongings secure, especially in busy locations like the town center and train station.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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