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Trains from Reading West to Kirkcaldy (KDY)

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7

train journeys
per day

334

miles (537 kms)

6hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

06:40 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Kirkcaldy (KDY)

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Kirkcaldy , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Kirkcaldy is approximately 334 miles (537 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 43 mins.

ScotRail, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Kirkcaldy.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Kirkcaldy. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Kirkcaldy Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    6 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:05
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    7 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    14:36
    6 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    21:10
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy
  • Mon 6th May
    23:37
    19 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Reading West
    Kirkcaldy
    Reading West to Kirkcaldy

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Kirkcaldy Station

Station name Kirkcaldy (KDY)
Address Kirkcaldy station, off Abottshall Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 1YL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Kirkcaldy

The travel time between Reading West and Kirkcaldy by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Kirkcaldy vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West and Kirkcaldy can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Kirkcaldy. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Kirkcaldy.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading West and Kirkcaldy, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.