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Kick back in Kirkcaldy
Relax and watch the beautiful scenery of Scotland fly past the windows as you speed between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy.
The refreshments and comfy seats onboard our trains mean you'll always ride in style - and with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have extra spending money when you arrive.
Average travel time
0h 36m
Distance
11 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy
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Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for an Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy train
Book your Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy train in advance
Buying your Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to * compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy trains
Access the best train fares between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy train in advance
Buying your Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to * compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy trains
Access the best train fares between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Kirkcaldy from Edinburgh with LNER
Taking the train from Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 11 miles, our trains to Kirkcaldy from Edinburgh take just 0h 36m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our Edinburgh Waverley First Class lounges.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy?
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy?
Direct LNER trains travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy with a travel time of just over 0h 36m.
During the week, there are approximately 4 direct LNER trains per day between 10:28 and 20:32.
Which rail lines go through Kirkcaldy?
Which rail lines go through Kirkcaldy?
The main train lines running through Kirkcaldy station are LNER, ScotRail, and Caledonian Sleeper.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirkcaldy
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
