Inverkeithing railway station serves the town of Inverkeithing in Fife, Scotland. The station is managed by First ScotRail and is on the Fife Circle Line, 13ΒΌ miles (21 km) north west of Edinburgh Waverley.
The station is popular with commuters travelling to Edinburgh from Fife and beyond, thanks to its location beside the M90 motorway. It is a popular place as it is the last stop before the Fife Circle Line splits in two, so trains pass through this station more frequently than any other in Fife. Two large free of charge park and ride car parks are provided. However the popularity of the station now means that the two car parks are filled to over flowing throughout each working day. Many cars are parked illegally and in surrounding streets.
The station is currently staffed for all trains and has public toilets, and a ticket hall. There is also a waiting room and a footbridge.
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