The average train between Kirkcaldy and North Shields takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Kirkcaldy to North Shields. 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 Kirkcaldy and North Shields. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Kirkcaldy is at 11:58 PM which arrives into North Shields at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kirkcaldy to North Shields? 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 Kirkcaldy to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy station and arriving at North Shields station via Edinburgh Waverley station and Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Kirkcaldy to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kirkcaldy station.
Kirkcaldy to North Shields train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at North Shields station.
The distance between Kirkcaldy and North Shields is 162.9 km. The road distance is 223 km.
There is no direct connection from Kirkcaldy to North Shields. However, you can take the train to Edinburgh Waverley, take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, then take the subway to North Shields.