Bournemouth to Kirkcaldy by train
| First train | 07:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Kirkcaldy | |
| Journey time | From 8h 33m | |
| Distance | 376 miles (605 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Kirkcaldy in 8 hours 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Kirkcaldy? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 1 minute to travel the 376 miles (605 km) from Bournemouth to Kirkcaldy by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or South Western Railway to Kirkcaldy. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Kirkcaldy in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Kirkcaldy by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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