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Kirkcaldy Galleries
Award-winning local history museum with art, industrial heritage, and changing exhibitions in a striking modern building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 46 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.

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Trains from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy run on average 10 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W69649 | On time 8:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h45 | 8:48 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87664 | On time 8:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h46 | 9:22 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87544 | On time 9:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h38 | 9:39 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69652 | On time 9:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h46 | 9:53 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87668 | On time 9:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h44 | 10:23 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87552 | On time 9:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h38 | 10:35 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Award-winning local history museum with art, industrial heritage, and changing exhibitions in a striking modern building.
Restored merchant’s house museum in Dysart explaining domestic life, trade, and the old harbor’s rich local story.
Volunteer-run railway museum with locomotives, rolling stock, and industrial transport history close to Kirkcaldy.
Long waterfront promenade ideal for walking, sea views, public art, and a feel for Kirkcaldy’s coastal character.
Historic harbor quarter with cobbled character, sea views, and a strong sense of old burgh life and maritime heritage.
Coastal path section offering beaches, harbors, geology, and some of the best scenic walking near Kirkcaldy.
Cullen Skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato, and onion soup from nearby northeast Scotland, widely loved across Fife for its warming coastal character.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, spices, and offal, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and common on menus in Fife.
Stovies are a hearty Scottish potato dish slowly cooked with onions and usually beef or sausage, valued as comforting home-style food in local pubs.
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant in Dysart near Kirkcaldy, known for fresh fish, Scottish specials, and relaxed coastal views.
Established Kirkcaldy restaurant and bar serving steaks, grills, seafood, and classic Scottish dishes in a smart casual setting.
Well-known local bakery and cafe chain for Fife morning rolls, cakes, soups, and light lunches in an easygoing everyday atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than Edinburgh, while dining and local buses are fairly priced for Scottish town travel.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes if service is good.
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Kirkcaldy Railway Station -> Kirkcaldy High Street
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

Most Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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: 4, 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.
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.
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