What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from St James Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The distance between Burnley and Dunfermline is 229 miles. The road distance is 203.9 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Dunfermline without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £30 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Dunfermline?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Burnley to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Dunfermline bus from?

Burnley to Dunfermline bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from St James Street station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Dunfermline train from?

Burnley to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Burnley to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Burnley to Dunfermline bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Burnley to Dunfermline train arrive?

Burnley to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Dunfermline is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Burnley to Dunfermline.

How do I get a train ticket from Burnley to Dunfermline?

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2403+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Burnley to Dunfermline - 6 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Burnley to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 59m
£33–116
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St James Street to Arrival Stand152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
7h 15m
Drive 202.8 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Dunfermline202.8 mi
3h 44m
£51–74
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 54m
£89–204
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 58m
£52–112
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
7h 6m
£108–232

Burnley to Dunfermline by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.3 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Dunfermline, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £19–95 and the journey takes 2h 21m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St James Street to Bus Station via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 7h 15m.

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