What is the cheapest way to get from Markinch to Methil?

The cheapest way to get from Markinch to Methil is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Markinch to Methil?

The fastest way to get from Markinch to Methil is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Markinch and Methil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from High Street and arriving at Ossian Crescent. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Markinch and Methil?

No, there is no direct train from Markinch to Methil. However, there are services departing from Markinch and arriving at Leven via Kirkcaldy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Markinch to Methil?

The distance between Markinch and Methil is 13 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

How do I travel from Markinch to Methil without a car?

The best way to get from Markinch to Methil without a car is to bus which takes 48 min and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Markinch to Methil?

The bus from High Street to Ossian Crescent takes 48 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Methil bus from?

Markinch to Methil bus services, operated by Moffat + Williamson, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Methil train from?

Markinch to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Markinch station.

Train or bus from Markinch to Methil?

The best way to get from Markinch to Methil is to bus which takes 48 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Markinch to Methil bus arrive?

Markinch to Methil bus services, operated by Moffat + Williamson, arrive at Ossian Crescent station.

Where does the Markinch to Methil train arrive?

Markinch to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.

Can I drive from Markinch to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Markinch to Methil is 6 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Markinch to Methil.

Where can I stay near Methil?

There are 1392+ hotels available in Methil.

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There are 4 ways to get from Markinch to Methil by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from High Street to Ossian Crescentbus M4b / ...
48 min
£4–7
Drive 5.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Markinch to Methilcar 5.8 mi
9 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Markinch to Kirkcaldytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
1h 13m
£6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Markinch to Methiltaxi 5.8 mi
9 min
£30–40

Markinch to Methil by bus

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Markinch, Scotland and Methil, Scotland?

Moffat + Williamson operates a bus from High Street to Ossian Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 48 min. Stagecoach East Scotland also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Markinch to Leven via Kirkcaldy in around 1h 13m.

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