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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Kirkcaldy
Cheapest price
£396
Average price
£426
Fastest journey
7 h 32 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
590 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Kirkcaldy will cost around £426 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £396.
To travel from Southampton to Kirkcaldy you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:158h05Southampton13:20Kirkcaldy£3961One-way2 changes- 9:158h08Southampton17:23Kirkcaldy£3961One-way2 changes
- 15:158h03Southampton23:18Kirkcaldy£3961One-way2 changes
- 11:157h32Southampton18:47Kirkcaldy£4061One-way2 changes
- 7:157h52Southampton15:07Kirkcaldy£4401One-way2 changes
- 11:157h32Southampton18:47Kirkcaldy£4061One-way2 changes
- 7:157h52Southampton15:07Kirkcaldy£4401One-way2 changes
- 13:157h53Southampton21:08Kirkcaldy£4401One-way2 changes
- 15:158h03Southampton23:18Kirkcaldy£3961One-way2 changes
- 5:158h05Southampton13:20Kirkcaldy£3961One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Kirkcaldy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Kirkcaldy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, and a train costs an average of £396.
Distance: 590 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£423 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 41m Average total duration Fastest 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 2m Average total duration 14h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Kirkcaldy train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Kirkcaldy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 Southampton | 10h52 | 18:47 Kirkcaldy | 1 change | |
| 9:15 Southampton | 8h08 | 17:23 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 11:15 Southampton | 7h32 | 18:47 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 13:15 Southampton | 7h53 | 21:08 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 15:15 Southampton | 8h03 | 23:18 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 19:15 Southampton | 15h51 | 11:06 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 5:15 Southampton | 8h05 | 13:20 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
| 7:15 Southampton | 7h52 | 15:07 Kirkcaldy | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Kirkcaldy
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Trains from Southampton to Kirkcaldy run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £396 but you can travel from only £78 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 590 km distance in 7h 31m.
Distance 590 km |
Average train duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £396 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 31m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 18:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Southampton to Kirkcaldy trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Kirkcaldy from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Kirkcaldy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Kirkcaldy
Most Southampton to Kirkcaldy trains use the Southampton Central to Kirkcaldy station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Kirkcaldy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Kirkcaldy leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Sholing from Southampton city centre
Sholing is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Sholing train station facilities and services
Sholing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sholing.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sholing.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sholing: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sholing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sholing: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
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.
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