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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Kirkcaldy takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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.

4h 28m
Duration
244 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Manchester to Kirkcaldy train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Manchester and Kirkcaldy. 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 Kirkcaldy at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 56m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 56m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 56m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 56m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 56m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 56m • 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 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.

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  • Distance: 243.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 28m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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