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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kirkcaldy for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 412 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 26 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.
8:025h26Kirkcaldy13:28Birmingham£1161One-way0 changes
- 8:025h26Kirkcaldy13:28Birmingham£1161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Kirkcaldy to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£99 Average Price | £60 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kirkcaldy to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Kirkcaldy to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 9:18 Kirkcaldy | 5h46 | 15:04 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:48 Kirkcaldy | 5h39 | 17:27 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 412 km distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 18:13 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, ScotRail from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Kirkcaldy and Birmingham from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kirkcaldy to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkcaldy to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kirkcaldy and Birmingham
Most Kirkcaldy to Birmingham trains use the Kirkcaldy to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Kirkcaldy and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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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