The average train between Derby and Dunfermline takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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 every 2 hours between Derby and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Dunfermline? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Dunfermline station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Derby to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Derby to Dunfermline train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Derby and Dunfermline is 372.8 km. The road distance is 492 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Dunfermline Town via York and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 1m.