The average train between Sheffield and Dunfermline takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 7:22 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Dunfermline station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Sheffield to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Sheffield to Dunfermline train tickets online with Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Sheffield and Dunfermline is 325.2 km. The road distance is 453 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £130–200 and the journey takes 3h 45m.