The average train between Dartford and Kirkcaldy takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Dartford 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 Dartford and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dartford is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 11:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dartford 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 Dartford to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Dartford station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.
Dartford to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from King's Cross station.
Dartford to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
Book your Dartford to Kirkcaldy train tickets online with Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dartford and Kirkcaldy is 564.5 km. The road distance is 698 km.
You can take a train from Dartford to Kirkcaldy via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 25m.