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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dunfermline and Edinburgh is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Edinburgh bus from?

Dunfermline to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Leonard's Church station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Dunfermline to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Edinburgh train arrive?

Dunfermline to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Edinburgh is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Dunfermline to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Dunfermline to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh WaverleyCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
32 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Princes StreetX55
47 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Edinburgh17.8 mi
29 min
£55–70
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Edinburgh17.8 mi
29 min
£5–7

Dunfermline to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from St Leonard's Church to Princes Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 47 min.

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