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Trip Overview

The average train between Kirkcaldy and Folkestone takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Kirkcaldy to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 14m
Duration
485 mi
Distance
£206
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Kirkcaldy to Folkestone train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Kirkcaldy and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 9:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkcaldy is at 4:49 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 11:01 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 15m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 12m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 15m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 12m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 12m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 19m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 17m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 18m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 15m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 12m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 15m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 12m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 14m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 15m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern6h 12m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kirkcaldy to Folkestone? 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 Kirkcaldy to Folkestone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 485.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 47m.

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