- Must visit
National Museum of Flight
A major aviation museum nearby with historic aircraft, hangars and Concorde tours. It is one of the area’s strongest family-friendly cultural visits.
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
547 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Inverkeithing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Inverkeithing will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 2 trains that leave London 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 547 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Inverkeithing among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 547 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £48 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for London to Inverkeithing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:03 London | 4h47 | 13:50 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:15 London | 4h55 | 15:10 Inverkeithing | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Inverkeithing run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 547 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 547 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
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A major aviation museum nearby with historic aircraft, hangars and Concorde tours. It is one of the area’s strongest family-friendly cultural visits.
A compact local heritage museum telling the story of the town through objects, photographs and community displays. A useful first stop for local history.
An engaging museum in nearby Dunfermline covering local industry, transport and everyday life. It offers broad context for exploring west Fife.
The historic heart of Inverkeithing, lined with older buildings and civic landmarks. It is the best area for a short walk through the town’s past.
A scenic coastal path area with wide views across the Firth of Forth and towards the bridges. It is popular for walking, photography and fresh sea air.
A nearby country park with woodland walks, loch views and open parkland. It is a favourite local escape for easy outdoor time close to town.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Strongly linked to east coast fishing communities across Fife and nearby.
A traditional savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats, suet and spices. It is one of Scotland’s best-known national dishes.
A cooked breakfast pairing haggis with potato scones, eggs and other fry-up items. Common in Scottish cafés and hotels.
Popular café and bakery for breakfasts, sandwiches, coffee and baked goods, convenient for a casual daytime stop.
Casual fish and chip shop known locally for classic suppers and takeaway favourites in a straightforward setting.
Traditional local pub serving hearty Scottish pub food and drinks in a relaxed, community atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: lodging nearby Edinburgh can raise costs, but local dining and rail links keep day-to-day visitor spending manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Inverkeithing trains use the London Kings Cross to Inverkeithing station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Inverkeithing train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Inverkeithing 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 Inverkeithing.
Wi-Fi is available at Inverkeithing.
Ticket office support is available at Inverkeithing. 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 Inverkeithing: Parking, WC.
Available at Inverkeithing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverkeithing: 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.
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