The average train between Halifax and Kirkcaldy takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax 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 Halifax and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Halifax is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Halifax 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 Halifax to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
Halifax to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Halifax to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
Book your Halifax to Kirkcaldy train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Halifax and Kirkcaldy is 279.7 km. The road distance is 442 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Kirkcaldy via Leeds and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 34m.