The average train between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
Book your Blackpool to Kirkcaldy train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Kirkcaldy is 255.9 km. The road distance is 375 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Kirkcaldy via Preston and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 33m.