Bus from Star (Fife) to Glenrothes
2 direct routes · about 22 min · first bus 06:22, last bus 19:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Glenrothes as of 09:30
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Star, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4 | Moffat & Williamson | ~22 min | 14 | Sat 14 · no Sunday buses | 06:22 | 19:30 | Drum Terrace (adj 5) | Bus Station Arrival Bay (Stances 9-16) | Markinch & Coaltown of Balgonie |
| AM4 | Stagecoach East Scotland | ~21 min | 1 | weekdays only | 08:12 | 08:12 | Drum Terrace (adj 5) | Auchmuty High School (adj) | Markinch |
Times are for the first boarding point in Star on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every M4 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Star to Glenrothes?
2 routes run directly from Star to Glenrothes: the M4 (Moffat & Williamson), the AM4 (Stagecoach East Scotland). The most frequent is the M4, 14 times each weekday — board at Drum Terrace (adj 5) and get off at Bus Station Arrival Bay (Stances 9-16), about 22 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Star to Glenrothes?
Around 22 minutes on the M4, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Markinch, Coaltown of Balgonie on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Star to Glenrothes?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:22 and the last around 19:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Star to Glenrothes?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.