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Kirkcaldy Galleries
Award-winning local history museum with art, industrial heritage, and changing exhibitions in a striking modern building.
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Compare train and bus for Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy
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Distance: 3 miles (5 km)
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy
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Take a train from Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy and enjoy the approximately 3 miles (5 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:02.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 3 miles (5 km) |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Complete guide to Kirkcaldy
Things to do in Kirkcaldy
Discover the best of Kirkcaldy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kirkcaldy trip today.
- Recommended
Dysart Harbourmaster's House
Restored merchant’s house museum in Dysart explaining domestic life, trade, and the old harbor’s rich local story.
- Recommended
Kingdom of Fife Railway Preservation Society
Volunteer-run railway museum with locomotives, rolling stock, and industrial transport history close to Kirkcaldy.
- Must visit
Kirkcaldy Esplanade
Long waterfront promenade ideal for walking, sea views, public art, and a feel for Kirkcaldy’s coastal character.
- Must visit
Dysart Harbour and Old Town
Historic harbor quarter with cobbled character, sea views, and a strong sense of old burgh life and maritime heritage.
- Must visit
Fife Coastal Path: Dysart to West Wemyss
Coastal path section offering beaches, harbors, geology, and some of the best scenic walking near Kirkcaldy.
- Gluten-free
Cullen Skink
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
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, spices, and offal, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and common on menus in Fife.
- Gluten-free
Stovies
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.
The Harbourmaster's House
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant in Dysart near Kirkcaldy, known for fresh fish, Scottish specials, and relaxed coastal views.
Novelli's
Established Kirkcaldy restaurant and bar serving steaks, grills, seafood, and classic Scottish dishes in a smart casual setting.
Bayne's The Family Bakers
Well-known local bakery and cafe chain for Fife morning rolls, cakes, soups, and light lunches in an easygoing everyday atmosphere.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than Edinburgh, while dining and local buses are fairly priced for Scottish town travel.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £4.70
To the city center
Kirkcaldy Railway Station -> Kirkcaldy High Street
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Most Stagecoach buses accept contactless card and mobile payments; ask the driver for the best fare if you are unsure.
- Kirkcaldy rail and bus tickets are usually separate, so check ScotRail and Stagecoach before travelling.
FAQs: Trains from Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kinghorn 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.
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Popular train stations from Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy
Most Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy trains use the Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy station pair. Use this guide to compare Kinghorn and Kirkcaldy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Kinghorn
Arrival train stations in Kirkcaldy
Which Kinghorn station do trains to Kirkcaldy leave from?
Trains from Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy leave from Kinghorn. The station is from Kinghorn city centre at Kinghorn station, Station Brae, Kinghorn, Fife, KY3 9RA.
KinghornKinghorn station, Station Brae, Kinghorn, Fife, KY3 9RA
City-centre transport
Getting to Kinghorn from Kinghorn city centre
Bus7A, 7, Bw1, Bw12, Bw2, Bw4, Bw13, Bw5, Sm4 · 1m · $2 · every ~12 min
Kinghorn train station facilities and services
Kinghorn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kinghorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kinghorn. 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 Kinghorn: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kinghorn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kinghorn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains from Kinghorn arrive at?
Trains from Kinghorn to Kirkcaldy arrive at Kirkcaldy. Kirkcaldy is from Kirkcaldy city centre.
KirkcaldyKirkcaldy station, off Abottshall Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 1YL
City-centre transport
Getting to Kirkcaldy from Kirkcaldy city centre
BusSm4, X58 · 2m · $2 · every ~6 min
13A, 13 · 7m · every ~3 min
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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