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Lochgelly to London Kings Cross by train

First train

05:11

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Lochgelly

Arrival station

London Kings Cross

Journey time

From 5h 18m

Distance

344 miles (553 km)

Frequency

30 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Great Northern, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo

Take the train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross in 5 hours 18 minutes

If you want to travel from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross by train to take around 7 hours 22 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 30 trains per day running on this route, which spans 344 miles (553 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to London Kings Cross. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross take?

The average journey time by train between Lochgelly and London Kings Cross is 7 hours and 22 minutes, with around 30 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Lochgelly and London Kings Cross by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross is 5 hours and 18 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross?

No, there are no direct train services from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross. Travelling from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross leave?

The first train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross leaves at 05:11. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross leave?

The last train from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross leaves at 23:36. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Lochgelly and London Kings Cross by train?

Trains travelling from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross cover a distance of around 344 miles (553 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London Kings Cross to Lochgelly.

Cheap train tickets from Lochgelly to London Kings Cross

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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