- Must visit
National Museum of Flight
A major aviation museum nearby with historic aircraft, hangars and Concorde tours. It is one of the area’s strongest family-friendly cultural visits.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£64
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£74
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
2 h 10 m
Trains on 20 Oct
17
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Inverkeithing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Inverkeithing will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 17 trains from Aberdeen to Inverkeithing, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.





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Trains from Aberdeen to Inverkeithing run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Inverkeithing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:57 Aberdeen | 2h43 | 8:40 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:10 Aberdeen | 2h30 | 9:40 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:52 Aberdeen | 2h09 | 10:01 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 Aberdeen | 2h12 | 10:32 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:05 Aberdeen | 2h39 | 11:44 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:52 Aberdeen | 2h11 | 12:03 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:01 Aberdeen | 2h40 | 13:41 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:07 Aberdeen | 2h35 | 14:42 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:11 Aberdeen | 2h29 | 15:40 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:03 Aberdeen | 2h44 | 16:47 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:52 Aberdeen | 2h11 | 17:03 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:04 Aberdeen | 2h44 | 18:48 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:18 Aberdeen | 2h09 | 20:27 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:11 Aberdeen | 2h34 | 21:45 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:05 Aberdeen | 2h40 | 22:45 Inverkeithing | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:26 Aberdeen | 2h43 | 23:09 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
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A major aviation museum nearby with historic aircraft, hangars and Concorde tours. It is one of the area’s strongest family-friendly cultural visits.
A compact local heritage museum telling the story of the town through objects, photographs and community displays. A useful first stop for local history.
An engaging museum in nearby Dunfermline covering local industry, transport and everyday life. It offers broad context for exploring west Fife.
The historic heart of Inverkeithing, lined with older buildings and civic landmarks. It is the best area for a short walk through the town’s past.
A scenic coastal path area with wide views across the Firth of Forth and towards the bridges. It is popular for walking, photography and fresh sea air.
A nearby country park with woodland walks, loch views and open parkland. It is a favourite local escape for easy outdoor time close to town.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Strongly linked to east coast fishing communities across Fife and nearby.
A traditional savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats, suet and spices. It is one of Scotland’s best-known national dishes.
A cooked breakfast pairing haggis with potato scones, eggs and other fry-up items. Common in Scottish cafés and hotels.
Popular café and bakery for breakfasts, sandwiches, coffee and baked goods, convenient for a casual daytime stop.
Casual fish and chip shop known locally for classic suppers and takeaway favourites in a straightforward setting.
Traditional local pub serving hearty Scottish pub food and drinks in a relaxed, community atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: lodging nearby Edinburgh can raise costs, but local dining and rail links keep day-to-day visitor spending manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Inverkeithing by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Inverkeithing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aberdeen to Inverkeithing trains use the Aberdeen to Inverkeithing station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Inverkeithing train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Inverkeithing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Inverkeithing.
Wi-Fi is available at Inverkeithing.
Ticket office support is available at Inverkeithing. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Inverkeithing: Parking, WC.
Available at Inverkeithing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverkeithing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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