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Road directions
From the A92 come off at the signs for Thornton and stay on this road. Once in Thornton, cross over the railway, and then look for the road on the left opposite RBS (Strathore Road). Turn left here, and head along this road, passing the Fire Brigade HQ. Once onto the 60mph section, look carefully for the signs for Thornton depot. They are not clear, so if you are unsure, go slowly. Once you see the signs, with 'Thornton Depot' and the EWS logo below, turn left, and head down to the car park.
Parking
There is a small car park at the depot. Park only in this car park, next to the red building, and only take pictures from the car park. Your car will be in sight at all times.The depot supervisor has no objections to you taking pictures of trains from the car park, but do move if requested.
Public transport
The nearest railway station is Glenrothes with Thornton, and this is where the nearest bus stops are as well. No bus service passes the depot. From Thornton station, head into the village itself, and at the RBS building, turn left onto Strathore Road. Walking will take about 20-30 minutes. Bus services passing through Thronton are provided by Stagecoach in Fife. The numbers are 37 and 39. X1 only serves Thornton evenings and Sundays. Train services are provided by First Scotrail. Please note that apart from one train a day each way, all trains leave from Platform 1.
Amenities
There are no facilities in the area. Some facilities are available in Thornton. All other facilities, including petrol stations, and toilets, are in either Glenrothes or Kirkcaldy.
Accommodation
A Travelodge has opened in Glenrothes, at the Bankhead junction of the A92.
As of 2010 this depot is no longer used by DBS (nee EWS) and there is a gate at the end of the short access road in which is permanently locked. The shed is now in private railway use and access to it is not possible.
