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Compare coach and train for Kirkcaldy to Burntisland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 7 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Burntisland take longer:
Coach takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (9m by train vs 14m by car). Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Kirkcaldy to Burntisland by coach or train
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Why should you book Kirkcaldy to Burntisland trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland
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Trains from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 7m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 6:36 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail trains will get you between Kirkcaldy and Burntisland 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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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Kirkcaldy to Burntisland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkcaldy to Burntisland 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 Burntisland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kirkcaldy and Burntisland
Most Kirkcaldy to Burntisland trains use the Kirkcaldy to Burntisland station pair. Use this guide to compare Kirkcaldy and Burntisland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains to Burntisland 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.
Which Burntisland station do trains from Kirkcaldy arrive at?
Getting to Burntisland from Burntisland city centre
Burntisland train station facilities and services
Burntisland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burntisland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burntisland. 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 Burntisland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burntisland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burntisland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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