The average train between Kirkcaldy and Stoke-on-Trent takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Kirkcaldy to Stoke-on-Trent. 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 4 hours between Kirkcaldy and Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkcaldy is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kirkcaldy to Stoke-on-Trent? 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 Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Kirkcaldy to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Kirkcaldy to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Kirkcaldy to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Kirkcaldy and Stoke-on-Trent is 351.8 km. The road distance is 448 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 3h 3m.