The average train between Dover and Kirkcaldy takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 every 2 hours between Dover and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 11:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Dover to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
Book your Dover to Kirkcaldy train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Dover and Kirkcaldy is 628.2 km. The road distance is 792 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Kirkcaldy via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 35m.