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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Falkirk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Old Fire Station station and arriving at Melville Street. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Falkirk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Falkirk?

The distance between Dunfermline and Falkirk is 25 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £13 - £14.

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

The train from Dunfermline Town to Falkirk Grahamston takes 38 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Falkirk bus from?

Dunfermline to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Old Fire Station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk is to train which takes 38 min and costs £13 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Falkirk bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Melville Street station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Falkirk train arrive?

Dunfermline to Falkirk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Falkirk Grahamston station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Falkirk is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Dunfermline to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Dunfermline to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline to Falkirk by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Falkirk GrahamstonDundee - Glasgow Queen Street
38 min
£13–14
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Falkirk17.8 mi
26 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Fire Station to Melville Street28
1h 49m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Falkirk17.8 mi
26 min
£40–50
Train via Haymarket
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to HaymarketCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 13m
£14–20

Dunfermline to Falkirk by train

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Falkirk Grahamston 5 times a week. Tickets cost £13–14 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Old Fire Station to Melville Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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