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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£85
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 3 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kirkcaldy to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkcaldy to Leeds will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
To travel from Kirkcaldy to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
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W69636Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkcaldy to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £214.
Distance: 277 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£214 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Kirkcaldy to Leeds:
A coach is £178 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kirkcaldy to Leeds costing on average £214.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 8m.
You'll arrive about 49m sooner (3h 48m by train vs 4h 37m by car). Tickets start at around £214 compared to roughly £60 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 London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Kirkcaldy to Leeds trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:20 Kirkcaldy | 3h44 | 11:04 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:07 Kirkcaldy | 3h58 | 12:05 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:47 Kirkcaldy | 4h19 | 13:06 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:47 Kirkcaldy | 3h40 | 13:27 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:18 Kirkcaldy | 3h48 | 14:06 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:18 Kirkcaldy | 3h48 | 14:06 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Kirkcaldy | 4h00 | 15:05 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:48 Kirkcaldy | 3h39 | 15:27 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:57 Kirkcaldy | 4h09 | 16:06 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:02 Kirkcaldy | 4h06 | 17:08 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:08 Kirkcaldy | 3h58 | 18:06 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:10 Kirkcaldy | 3h58 | 19:08 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:08 Kirkcaldy | 4h00 | 20:08 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:49 Kirkcaldy | 3h38 | 20:27 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:00 Kirkcaldy | 4h02 | 21:02 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:13 Kirkcaldy | 5h55 | 2:08 Leeds | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:17 Kirkcaldy | 9h51 | 9:08 Leeds | 1 change | |
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Trains from Kirkcaldy to Leeds run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £151 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 277 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 277 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £151 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 4:19 |
Last train 20:13 |
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Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.
A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
Classic Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury starter with onion gravy. It is a defining county dish commonly eaten in Leeds pubs and Sunday roasts.
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkcaldy to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kirkcaldy to Leeds trains use the Kirkcaldy to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Kirkcaldy and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Kirkcaldy.
Wi-Fi is available at Kirkcaldy.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kirkcaldy: Parking, WC.
Available at Kirkcaldy: Bike Parking.
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.
Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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