The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Inverkeithing for Kirkcaldy every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
5:490h14Inverkeithing6:03Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
6:200h19Inverkeithing6:39Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
6:580h22Inverkeithing7:20Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
7:180h15Inverkeithing7:33Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
7:570h22Inverkeithing8:19Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
5:490h14Inverkeithing6:03Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
7:180h15Inverkeithing7:33Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
8:190h15Inverkeithing8:34Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
9:230h15Inverkeithing9:38Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
10:190h15Inverkeithing10:34Kirkcaldy£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 17 km
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£15 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy trains for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:49 Inverkeithing | 0h14 | 6:03 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:20 Inverkeithing | 0h19 | 6:39 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:58 Inverkeithing | 0h22 | 7:20 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:18 Inverkeithing | 0h15 | 7:33 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:57 Inverkeithing | 0h22 | 8:19 Kirkcaldy | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy
Trains from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 14m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, ScotRail from Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverkeithing and Kirkcaldy from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Inverkeithing to Kirkcaldy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverkeithing 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Inverkeithing and Kirkcaldy
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:15
- Type of shops available: WHSmith, PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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 from outside the station building at the entrance to Platform 2
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