The average train between Irvine and Fife takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Irvine to Fife. 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 Irvine and Fife. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Fife at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Irvine to Fife? 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 Irvine to Fife. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at Fife station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Irvine to Fife train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.
Irvine to Fife train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cupar station.
Book your Irvine to Fife train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Irvine and Fife is 130 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Irvine to Cupar via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 59m.