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Trip Overview

The average train between Darlington and Kirkcaldy takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Darlington 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.

2h 35m
Duration
184 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Darlington to Kirkcaldy train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Darlington and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 8:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Darlington is at 6:34 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 9:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 34m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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    train train 2h 38m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 35m • Direct
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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Darlington 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.

Map of how to get from Darlington to Kirkcaldy.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 183.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Darlington, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Kirkcaldy 4 times a day. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.

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