The average train between Blackpool and Dunfermline takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Dunfermline. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Dunfermline station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Blackpool to Dunfermline train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Dunfermline train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Blackpool to Dunfermline train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Dunfermline is 252.1 km. The road distance is 357 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.