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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Bothwell is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Bothwell is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Bothwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Bothwell. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Green Street via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Bothwell?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Bothwell. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Blantyre via Haymarket and Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Bothwell?

The distance between Dunfermline and Bothwell is 50 miles. The road distance is 38.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Bothwell without a car is to bus and line 255 bus which takes 2h 45m and costs £9 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Dunfermline to Bothwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Bothwell bus from?

Dunfermline to Bothwell bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Bothwell train from?

Dunfermline to Bothwell train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Bothwell?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Bothwell is to bus and line 255 bus which takes 2h 45m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Bothwell bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Bothwell bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Bothwell train arrive?

Dunfermline to Bothwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Bothwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Bothwell is 39 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Dunfermline to Bothwell.

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

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Where can I stay near Bothwell?

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Dunfermline to Bothwell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 255 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dunfermline to Bothwell by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 255 bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Green Streetbus 255
2h 45m
£10–16
Train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Haymarkettrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwelltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 51m
£27–52
Drive 38.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Bothwellcar 38.4 mi
45 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Bothwelltaxi 38.4 mi
45 min
£80–100

Dunfermline to Bothwell by train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Bothwell, South Lanarkshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Green Street via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Blantyre via Haymarket and Motherwell in around 2h 51m.

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