The average train between Dunfermline and Portlethen takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Dunfermline to Portlethen. 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 4 hours between Dunfermline and Portlethen. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunfermline is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Portlethen at 12:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverkeithing and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dunfermline to Portlethen? 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 Dunfermline to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline station and arriving at Portlethen station via Dundee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Dunfermline to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverkeithing station.
Dunfermline to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Portlethen station.
Book your Dunfermline to Portlethen train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Dunfermline and Portlethen is 136.9 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Portlethen via Inverkeithing and Dundee in around 3h 49m.