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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34290+
G80241+
P2472514:304h42Blackpool South (BPS)19:12Kirkcaldy station (KDY)£501One-way2 changes- W34290+G88998+G8024115:193h53Blackpool North (BPN)19:12Kirkcaldy station (KDY)£1021One-way2 changes
- P24722+W34187+
W85191+
W6968913:305h07Blackpool South (BPS)18:37Kirkcaldy station (KDY)£1021One-way3 changes
- W34290+G88998+G8024115:193h53Blackpool North (BPN)19:12Kirkcaldy station (KDY)£1021One-way2 changes
- W34290+G80241+P2472514:304h42Blackpool South (BPS)19:12Kirkcaldy station (KDY)£501One-way2 changes
- P24722+W34187+W85191+W6968913:305h07Blackpool South (BPS)18:37Kirkcaldy station (KDY)£1021One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Kirkcaldy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 255 km
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4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Kirkcaldy trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W34187+W85191+P24722+W69689 | 13:30 Blackpool South (BPS) | 5h07 | 18:37 Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 3 changes | |
| W34290+G80241+P24725 | 14:30 Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h42 | 19:12 Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2 changes | |
| W34290+G80241+G88998 | 15:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h53 | 19:12 Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy
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Trains from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Kirkcaldy
Most Blackpool to Kirkcaldy trains use the Blackpool South to Kirkcaldy station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Kirkcaldy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackpool station do trains to Kirkcaldy leave from?
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains from Blackpool arrive at?
Getting to Kirkcaldy from Kirkcaldy city centre
Kirkcaldy train station facilities and services
Kirkcaldy 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
Food and drink options are available at Kirkcaldy.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kirkcaldy.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkcaldy. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkcaldy: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkcaldy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkcaldy: 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: 15, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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