London to Kirkcaldy by train

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Overview: trains from London to Kirkcaldy

Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Kirkcaldy, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 08:00 View journey
Last train 16:00 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 549
Trains / day 6 View all
Cheapest journey CA$160.55 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 9m
Train operators 4

London to Kirkcaldy train travel explained

Want to know how to get from London to Kirkcaldy by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from London to Kirkcaldy take around 5 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 549 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around  10:00. The last departure is usually at around 16:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave London at around 08:00, with the last train leaving at around 14:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 6 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 47 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$160.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Kirkcaldy, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Kirkcaldy.

Is there a direct train from London to Kirkcaldy?

Yes, there is a direct train from London to Kirkcaldy.

How long does it take to travel from London to Kirkcaldy?

The London to Kirkcaldy train travel takes about 5 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Kirkcaldy train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Kirkcaldy leaving London at around 10:00 and the last train leaving at around 16:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves London at around 08:00, with the final departure at 14:00.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.