The average train between Stranraer and Kirkcaldy takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer 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 5 times a day between Stranraer and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 11:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 17m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Stranraer 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 Stranraer to Kirkcaldy. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Kirkcaldy station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Stranraer to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Kirkcaldy train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Stranraer to Kirkcaldy train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Stranraer and Kirkcaldy is 178.8 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Kirkcaldy via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 4h 28m.