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Trip Overview

The average train between Hartlepool and Kirkcaldy takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool 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.

3h 49m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hartlepool to Kirkcaldy train times

Trains run hourly between Hartlepool and Kirkcaldy. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Kirkcaldy at 8:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRail3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail3h 15m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool 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.

Map of how to get from Hartlepool to Kirkcaldy.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 177.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Hartlepool, England and Kirkcaldy, Scotland?

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Kirkcaldy via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 22m.

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