The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Inverkeithing every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Inverkeithing
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 15 km
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Inverkeithing train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Inverkeithing trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W72786 | On time 15:17 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 15:41 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W73058 | On time 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h20 | 15:54 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y40665 | On time 15:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 16:20 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y38525 | On time 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h18 | 16:25 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W72750 | On time 16:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 16:39 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y40746 | On time 16:53 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 17:17 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y38542 | On time 17:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h18 | 17:23 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W72790 | On time 17:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 17:40 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W73059 | On time 17:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h20 | 17:56 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y39055 | On time 17:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h20 | 18:10 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y40677 | On time 17:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 18:19 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74923 | On time 18:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h17 | 18:30 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W72758 | On time 18:17 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h25 | 18:42 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41118 | On time 18:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h19 | 18:54 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y40751 | On time 18:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h24 | 19:19 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W72746 | On time 19:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h25 | 19:40 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
W73060 | On time 19:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h20 | 19:57 Inverkeithing station (INK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 04:30 Edinburgh | 0h18 | 04:48 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:45 Edinburgh | 0h23 | 08:08 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing
Trains from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 18m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Edinburgh to Inverkeithing trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Edinburgh and Inverkeithing from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Inverkeithing train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Inverkeithing
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 10:10 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park - three car parks
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room and on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One is part of ticket office on platform 2 which closes with ticket office hours and one on platform 1 which closes slightly later
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the turning circle Platform 2, Boreland Road bus interchange
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