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Manchester to Fife trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Fife takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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.

4h 46m
Duration
262 mi
Distance
£99
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Manchester to Fife train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Manchester and Fife. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Fife at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 51m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 4m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 7m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 34m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 53m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Fife.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 262 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Fife, Scotland?

You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Cupar via Haymarket in around 4h 45m.

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