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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
Cheapest price on Oct 15
€16
Average ticket price on Oct 15
€25
Fastest journey on Oct 15
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
2 h 12 m
Trains on Oct 15
6
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
It's difficult to get from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow without transferring at least 2 times.
SR750100 · L87660 · L8794311:30 AM2h36Kirkcaldy station (KDY)2:06 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€161One-way2 transfers- SR750200 · L87653 · L8824810:30 AM2h31Kirkcaldy station (KDY)1:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€161One-way2 transfers
GR017200+W69654 · L878739:20 AM1h47Kirkcaldy station (KDY)11:07 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers- GR016900+W69662 · L8793611:20 AM2h15Kirkcaldy station (KDY)1:35 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers
- SR752000 · L87566 · L879029:56 AM2h10Kirkcaldy station (KDY)12:06 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers
- GR017200+W69654 · L878739:20 AM1h47Kirkcaldy station (KDY)11:07 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers
- SR752000 · L87566 · L879029:56 AM2h10Kirkcaldy station (KDY)12:06 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers
- GR016900+W69662 · L8793611:20 AM2h15Kirkcaldy station (KDY)1:35 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers
- SR752200 · W69650 · L878478:05 AM2h16Kirkcaldy station (KDY)10:21 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€301One-way2 transfers
- SR750200 · L87653 · L8824810:30 AM2h31Kirkcaldy station (KDY)1:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€161One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
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Trains from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Kirkcaldy to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Kirkcaldy to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR752200 · W69650 · L87847 | 8:05 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2h16 | 10:21 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
| GR017200+W69654 · L87873 | 9:20 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 1h47 | 11:07 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
| SR752000 · L87566 · L87902 | 9:56 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2h10 | 12:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
| SR750200 · L87653 · L88248 | 10:30 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2h31 | 1:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| GR016900+W69662 · L87936 | 11:20 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2h15 | 1:35 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
| SR750100 · L87660 · L87943 | 11:30 AM Kirkcaldy station (KDY) | 2h36 | 2:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kirkcaldy to Glasgow
Most Kirkcaldy to Glasgow trains use the Kirkcaldy to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Kirkcaldy and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kirkcaldy station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Kirkcaldy from Kirkcaldy city centre
Kirkcaldy train station facilities and services
Kirkcaldy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkcaldy.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kirkcaldy.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkcaldy. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkcaldy: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkcaldy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkcaldy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 15, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Glasgow station do trains from Kirkcaldy arrive at?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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