The average train between South Shields and Kirkcaldy takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is an hourly train service from South Shields 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 South Shields and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
South Shields to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
The distance between South Shields and Kirkcaldy is 165.1 km. The road distance is 231 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Kirkcaldy via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h.