The average train between Lanark and Kirkcaldy takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Lanark 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 Lanark and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Bellshill and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lanark 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 Lanark to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Lanark station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Bellshill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Lanark to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lanark station.
Lanark to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
Book your Lanark to Kirkcaldy train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Lanark and Kirkcaldy is 62.6 km. The road distance is 124 km.
You can take a train from Lanark to Kirkcaldy via Bellshill and Haymarket in around 2h 56m.